New England Patriots rookie quarterback Mac Jones had a forgettable game on Sunday against the New Orleans Saints. He threw three interceptions, including a pick-six, as the Patriots suffered a 28-13 loss to drop to 1-2.
After the game, Jones was seated on the bench, perhaps contemplating his subpar showing. Saints quarterback Jameis Winston walked over for the traditional postgame pleasantries. A few seconds later, Jones was heading over to the field to chat with other Saints players but his wrist was grabbed by Patriots coach Bill Belichick, preventing him from doing so.
While it wasn't caught on camera, a series of photographs were captured by the Boston Sports Journal, which was reposted on the Pats Nation Instagram.
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Jones and Belichick have yet to comment on the issue. While it's hard to question the inner workings of the six-time Super Bowl tactician, it was pretty odd to prevent his QB to interact with opposing players.
Jones, who played well in the Patriots' first two assignments, struggled against the Saints, throwing 30-for-51 for 270 yards and just a lone touchdown. He didn't offer excuses for his performance and acknowledged the need to improve.
“Obviously, no one likes to lose here, and the Patriots have done nothing but win for a long time. We've got to get back to that. It just happens through everyday grind, everyday work, and not focusing on the results. Play each play. Play each day one day at a time. If we can do that, then I think we'll see progress, and we'll just go from there.”
Their next game won't be any easier as Mac Jones and the Patriots battle Tom Brady and the Tampa Bay Buccaneers on Sunday.
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