The New England Patriots’ first organized team activity open to the media saw incumbent starter Cam Newton and first-round rookie Mac Jones serve as the first two players up at the quarterback position. The second open session last Friday, meanwhile, went in a different direction.
With Newton unable to finish practice after injuring his right throwing hand, and with Jones having an up-and-down day as well as some missed opportunities, Jarrett Stidham stepped into the spotlight. The third-year man was the best quarterback on the field and delivered some on-point throws while going 13-for-14 during team drills.