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Could Mac Jones be returning? The New England Patriots quarterback has missed the last three games due to a high-ankle sprain but appears to be progressing in his recovery. Per Mike Reiss of ESPN, Mac Jones “expects to be available” for the team’s Monday Night Football showdown vs. the Chicago Bears this week. “New England […]

FOXBOROUGH – The situation in the New England Patriots’ locker room has a chance to be very unusual in the coming weeks. Starting quarterback Mac Jones’ Week 3 injury paved the way for Bailey Zappe to play in recent weeks. After going 1-2 with Jones as a starter through the first three games, the Patriots […]

Former New England Patriots wide receiver Julian Edelman believes a quarterback battle could be on the horizon. In the absence of Mac Jones, rookie QB Bailey Zappe has stepped into the role and has played well. Edelman is the latest analyst that believes that Zappe has a legitimate reason to be named the Patriots starting […]

New England Patriots quarterback Mac Jones could return from injury in Week 7, but there have been some rumors spilled that his relationship with the team is going sideways in recent months due to Jones’ inability to adjust to the new offense, as reported by Albert Breer. Hence why the Pats are using rookie Bailey […]

As Zappe Fever rages on through much of New England, Patriots coach Bill Belichick didn’t seem to shut down the possibility of Bailey Zappe being the starting quarterback when Mac Jones is fully healthy. Belichick gave a usual non-committal answer when asked Monday who he expects to start at quarterback once Jones is healthy. “We’ll […]

The Patriots can’t seem to squash the injury bug that has haunted them this season as starting quarterback Mac Jones is “highly unlikely” to play in Week 6 against the Cleveland Browns. Fourth round rookie Bailey Zappe will make his second NFL start after winning his first against the Detroit Lions last week. #Patriots QB […]

Mac Jones is officially listed as questionable on the New England Patriots injury report, per Mike Reiss. Jones has been battling an ankle injury and the young QB’s status is unclear heading into Week 6. Mac Jones’ ankle injury had Patriots fans fearing the worst off the bat. Fortunately, he seems to have avoided the […]

The New England Patriots are heading into a crucial matchup in Week 6 against the Cleveland Browns. Whether they will have their starting quarterback, Mac Jones, back under center after he has missed New England’s previous two games with a high ankle sprain, remains to be seen. Jones appears to be making progress in his […]

FOXBOROUGH – For the third straight week, there’s a sense of uncertainty on who’ll be the Patriots’ starting quarterback. Mac Jones suffered a high ankle sprain at the end of the Week 3 loss to the Ravens and hasn’t played since though was on the practice field in each of the last two weeks. After […]

Bailey Zappe has been doing a relatively commendable job in deputizing for Mac Jones over the past couple of weeks. Jones is closing in on his return as he continues to nurse an ankle injury, and it looks like it’s only a matter of time before he reclaims the QB1 post for the New England […]

FOXBOROUGH – As much of New England has gotten a taste of Bailey Zappe Fever, the man who is sprung it upon Patriots fans isn’t paying it much attention. Bailey Zappe originally denied that he’s heard of the phrase “Zappe Fever,” which has picked up steam in the days after the rookie quarterback led the […]

If you’re a New England Patriots fan who doesn’t have Zappe Fever and is hoping for Mac Jones to return soon from his injury, there was a positive update Wednesday on that front ahead of Week 6. The Patriots’ starting quarterback was back on the practice field — the Patriots’ first practice of the week […]

New England Patriots coach Bill Belichick was in prime form ahead of Week 6. The legendary head coach gave a pair of unsurprising answers when asked about starting Mac Jones or Bailey Zappe at quarterback amid Jones’ health concerns, per Albert Breer. “Patriots coach Bill Belichick asked if he expects to have Mac Jones on […]

Is there a more obvious narrative for NFL reporters to run away with than “backup usurps incumbent following injury”? There’s been plenty of speculation regarding the Dallas Cowboys’ situation with Cooper Rush following Dak Prescott’s absence, and now, New England Patriots head coach Bill Belichick is currently facing the same, if enviable, problem with Bailey […]

Mac Jones’ ankle is in a better spot Wednesday than it was at this time last week. The New England Patriots quarterback practiced for the first time since reportedly suffering a “pretty severe” high ankle sprain in Week 3, taking part in Wednesday’s practice as a limited participant. Jones was present at the Patriots’ final […]

New England Patriots quarterback Mac Jones suffered a high ankle sprain in Week 3 and ultimately missed the team’s Week 4 loss to the Green Bay Packers as a result. Jones was back on the practice field Wednesday, but he still appears to be a ways off from returning to the field. Via Mike Giardi: […]

The New England Patriots are facing a quarterback conundrum as starter Mac Jones and backup Brian Hoyer are both dealing with injuries heading into Week 5. With Bailey Zappe the only remaining QB on the active roster, Bill Belichick and Co. made a move at the position in order to add some depth to the […]

It’s Bailey Zappe time for the New England Patriots. After Mac Jones was sidelined in their Week 4 showdown with the Green Bay Packers due to a high-ankle injury, the Patriots turned to Brian Hoyer to lead them under center. However, it didn’t last long as he sustained an injury in the first quarter of […]

Things haven’t been going too well for the New England Patriots lately. While they appear to have avoided a serious injury when it comes to their starting quarterback Mac Jones, it looks like they have been dealt another blow in the form of a negative injury update for their top wide receiver Jakobi Meyers. Meyers […]

The New England Patriots are set to take on the Packers in Green Bay this weekend. However, it is still unclear whether or not they will have Mac Jones under center. Jones is listed as doubtful heading into the weekend. Patriots staff writer Evan Lazar reported that the QB was at practice on Friday. It […]

The Patriots and Bill Belichick have been quite hush-hush about Mac Jones’ ankle injury. It is reported that Jones is dealing with a high ankle sprain, but he is also day-to-day, according to Belichick. On Friday, some surprising news came from the Boston Herald’s Karen Guregian. A source said that Mac Jones was a game-time […]

FOXBOROUGH — Mac Jones’ status for Sunday’s game against the Green Bay Packers is uncertain after he suffered an ankle injury in Week 3. One thing that is certain, though, is how his New England Patriots teammates view his toughness. Earlier Thursday, it was reported by the NFL Network’s Mike Giardi that Jones was telling […]

Mac Jones has one message for his New England Patriots teammates ahead of Sunday’s Week 4 game against the Green Bay Packers after suffering an ankle injury in Week 3: Don’t count me out. The Patriots quarterback is participating in game planning and is operating like “he has a chance” to play in Week 4, […]

FOXBOROUGH –  When Brian Hoyer was picked to be the starting quarterback if Mac Jones can’t go for the Patriots in Sunday’s game against the Packers, many fans seemed disappointed. The last time they saw Hoyer make start a game is likely a major reason why. Hoyer, who’s played for eight different teams over his […]

FOXBOROUGH – New England Patriots head coach Bill Belichick provided an optimistic outlook on Mac Jones and his ankle injury on Wednesday. Belichick said the quarterback is getting better after he reportedly suffered a “pretty severe” high-ankle sprain in Sunday’s loss to the Ravens. “I saw Mac a little while ago, definitely getting better,” Belichick […]

Quarterback Mac Jones and the New England Patriots could be at a crossroads regarding his ankle injury. Jones suffered a high ankle sprain during the Patriots Week 3 loss to the Baltimore Ravens. The initial timetable set on his return by the Patriots was four weeks max. But Mac Jones seems set on getting a […]

The resiliency of the New England Patriots is being put to the test with quarterback Mac Jones likely to miss several games after suffering a serious ankle injury in Week 3’s loss to the Baltimore Ravens at home last Sunday. Patriots special teams captain Matthew Slater, however, is not going to let the bad news […]

Mac Jones was mum when asked about his injury status on Monday, but the reports surrounding the injury haven’t been. The Patriots quarterback was diagnosed with a severe high ankle sprain that “would cause many to have surgery” and he’ll likely miss multiple games, ESPN’s Adam Schefter reported Monday. The Patriots are still discussing options […]

Initial tests seem to confirm the injury Mac Jones suffered in Sunday’s loss to the Baltimore Ravens. The New England Patriots starting quarterback sustained a “pretty severe” high-ankle sprain to his left ankle, the NFL Network’s Tom Pelissero and Ian Rapoport reported Monday. Jones is getting a second opinion and the “hope” is that he […]

Last week, it was Nelson Agholor who had a breakout performance for the New England Patriots. This week, it was DeVante Parker. After recording just one reception through his first two games in New England, Parker had five receptions for 156 yards in Sunday’s 37-26 loss to the Ravens. It was clear the Patriots were […]

The Patriots might be without their starting quarterback for some time. Mac Jones suffered an apparent left ankle injury in Sunday’s 37-26 loss to the Ravens. It’s unknown if Jones will miss time yet. If he does, Brian Hoyer will start over Bailey Zappe, The Athletic’s Jeff Howe reported Sunday. Several players on the Patriots’ […]

The Patriots might be without their starting quarterback for some time. It’s believed that Mac Jones suffered a high-ankle sprain in his left ankle, which would cause him to miss time and possibly get placed on injured reserve, the NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport reported. The X-rays on the Patriots’ quarterback’s left ankle came back negative, but […]

The New England Patriots did not only suffer a 37-26 loss at the hands of the Baltimore Ravens on Sunday, but the Week 3 defeat also cost them quite a bit. This came in the form of a very concerning injury to star quarterback Mac Jones, who now seems in line to miss time due […]

The Patriots fell to 1-2  on the season following a 37-26 loss to the Baltimore Ravens. While the loss puts New England in an early season hole, its biggest loss on Sunday came when quarterback Mac Jones went down with an apparent left leg injury. There was no immediate update provided on what Jones’ status […]

The New England Patriots fell to the Baltimore Ravens on Sunday, but that might not be their biggest loss from Sunday’s game. Quarterback Mac Jones went down with an apparent left leg injury and is having the injury evaluated, the Patriots announced following the game. The injury occurred on Jones’ final play of the game […]

New England Patriots quarterback Mac Jones took a big shot late in the fourth quarter against the Ravens in Week 3 and immediately limped off the field. The injury occurred late in the game and did not look good for the Patriots second-year quarterback. Jones went straight into the locker room and was unable to […]

New England Patriots quarterback Mac Jones will be without one of his top weapons for Week 3 against the Baltimore Ravens. Wide receiver Jakobi Meyers isn’t expected to suit up because of a knee injury, according to ESPN’s Adam Schefter. Meyers is currently listed as questionable. NESN’s Zack Cox notes this will be Meyers’ first […]

The New England Patriots were able to get their first win of the season against the Steelers in Week 2, pulling away with a 17-14 victory in Pittsburgh. New England heads home for its home opener on Sunday to play another AFC North team, the Baltimore Ravens. Like the Patriots did in Week 1, the […]

FOXBOROUGH – A year ago, Mac Jones was commonly viewed as the best quarterback to come out of Alabama in recent years. Just two weeks into his second season with the New England Patriots though, the tide has seemed to change. Jones ranks in the bottom half of all starting quarterbacks in passing yards (465), […]