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Why Devin McCourty is preaching patience with Mac Jones and the Patriots

After a tumultuous 2022 season where New England’s offense severely regressed, Mac Jones has been a target for criticism entering his third season with the Patriots.

But the 24-year-old quarterback has one steadfast supporter in recently retired captain Devin McCourty.

The former safety has been in Jones’ corner ever since the 2022 season concluded, noting that the Patriots QB should benefit from New England’s coaching overhaul on the offensive side of the ball.

But beyond the fruitful returns that might come from Jones collaborating with Bill O’Brien, McCourty noted that every signal caller needs time to settle into the NFL ranks.