The Pittsburgh Steelers could face another backup-turned-starter when they host the New England Patriots to kickoff Week 14. Per The Athletic’s Jeff Howe, the Patriots plan to start Bailey Zappe over Mac Jones for this weekend’s game against the Los Angeles Chargers.
The Patriots are preparing QB Bailey Zappe to start Sunday against the Chargers, per sources. It should be his job this week if all goes as expected.
— Jeff Howe (@jeffphowe) November 30, 2023
The Patriots opened up their QB competition this week. During Wednesday’s practice, Zappe and rookie Malik Cunningham received the team’s practice reps while Jones watched from the side, indicating a change was likely occurring.