FOXBORO, Mass. — The New England Patriots have a new offensive line coach. They’ll likely have new starters at four of the five O-line spots. And those players are running a new scheme.
With so many moving parts up front, perhaps it shouldn’t be surprising that New England has struggled to both run-block effectively and protect quarterback Mac Jones during training camp.
Jones gave that unit a vote of confidence after Tuesday’s practice. But he admitted the far-too-frequent communication breakdowns — which have given unblocked defenders clear paths to him or Patriots ball-carriers — have been a source of frustration.