The time has finally come. With momentum building behind the scenes, the New England Patriots have decided to make their much-anticipated change at quarterback.
Jacoby Brissett, who started the first five games of the season and captained a unit that ranked 31st in the NFL in scoring, has been benched in favor of Drake Maye. The third overall selection in the 2024 draft will make his first career start on Sunday against the visiting Houston Texans.
One of the most intriguing quarterback prospects to enter the league this year due to his combination of high-end arm talent, natural athleticism and build, Maye gives the Patriots offense a ceiling theoretical higher than the one Brissett could provide.