The New England Patriots won’t care if they win or lose Thursday night’s game against the Jacksonville Jaguars because the team is only concerned with the development of players on the roster.
Well, the Patriots back-ups will have plenty of time to show what they’ve learned this summer according to the Herald’s Jeff Howe, who reports that five offensive starters will not suit up against the Jaguars.
Tom Brady, Rob Gronkowski, Brandin Cooks highlight a list of veteran starters who aren't expected to play tomorrow, per sources.
— Jeff Howe (@jeffphowe) August 9, 2017
Tom Brady, Rob Gronkowski, and Brandin Cooks are three of the most important players in the Patriots offense, while his article adds Julian Edelman to the list of absentees.