It goes without saying the New England Patriots will look different in 2020.
After all, Tom Brady will no longer be under center after leading the Pats to six Super Bowl titles in 20 years with the franchise.
Journeyman quarterback Brian Hoyer and 2019 fourth-round pick Jarrett Stidham will compete for the starting quarterback spot. Regardless of who wins that competition, it seems likely offensive coordinator Josh McDaniels will have to scheme differently and throw some wrinkles into the game plan.
Ryan Hannable of WEEI suggested the addition of former Los Angeles Rams assistant Jedd Fisch might lend some insight into what New England's offense could look like this season:
“No one really knows what the Patriots offense will look like this coming season with Jarrett Stidham at quarterback, but how the Rams have done things the last several years could be a good clue. Why is that? As Andy Hart noted Friday, Jedd Fisch joined the Patriots staff this offseason and is said to be heavily involved in the offense this offseason. Fisch spent the last two seasons with the Rams on Sean McVay’s staff as a senior offensive assistant/assistant offensive coordinator. In addition, Fisch has a great deal of coaching experience at all levels. Prior to the Rams, Fisch was with UCLA and Michigan, so he brings a wealth of knowledge to New England — perhaps some knowledge that Josh McDaniels doesn’t have.
Hannable went on to say the Patriots might look to incorporate more run-pass options and roll-out plays rather than standard drop backs.
As good as Brady was with the Patriots, he certainly was not particularly mobile in the pocket. Alternatively, Stidham has been lauded for his escapability and making plays outside the pocket.
The Patriots will look different this year. Not only in terms of personnel, but also functionality.
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