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Jacoby Brissett named Patriots starter over former UNC standout Drake Maye “for now”

The New England Patriots finally found their franchise quarterback in the 2024 NFL Draft.

After years of failing with Mac Jones and Bailey Zappe as starting quarterback, New England selected former UNC standout quarterback Drake Maye third overall, just behind fellow quarterbacks Caleb Williams and Jayden Daniels.

The Maye pick makes all the sense in the world. Not only did he prove his ability as a leader and team player at North Carolina, but he has the dual-threat ability that is coveted by every NFL GM.