Playing in the shadows of the greatest quarterback that ever lived can’t be easy. Cam Newton felt it when playing for the New England Patriots in 2020, and third-year quarterback Mac Jones is feeling it right now.
Since Day 1, Jones has been viewed as the successor to the throne, although some would be hasty in removing that title after a rough 2022 season. The former first-round draft pick faces immeasurable pressure to not just get the Patriots back to the playoffs, but fans want to see the team compete for Super Bowls.
Why?