Report: Patriots ‘don't plan on' picking up Mac Jones' fifth-year option originally appeared on NBC Sports Boston
The New England Patriots are reportedly not planning on picking up quarterback Mac Jones' fifth-year option, making the Alabama product a free agent after the 2024-25 NFL season, Mark Daniels of MassLive reported on Monday afternoon.
After a failed 2-9 start to season that led to his benching -- throwing for just 2,120 yards and 10 touchdowns with 12 interceptions -- the Patriots are reportedly keen on a complete rebuild without Jones, already evident by the mutual decision to part ways with long time head coach Bill Belichick.