Patriots starting QB

As the New England Patriots kick off their training camp, veteran quarterback Jacoby Brissett has been named the starter for the upcoming season, with rookie Drake Maye as his primary competition. Head coach Jerod Mayo emphasized that Brissett, who has extensive NFL experience, is currently the most pro-ready quarterback on the roster. While Mayo acknowledged the potential for Maye to surpass Brissett during camp, he reiterated that the focus is on competition and performance on the field. The Patriots hope to develop Maye gradually, similar to the approach taken with Aaron Rodgers in Green Bay, rather than thrusting him into the starting role immediately. Mayo expressed confidence in Brissett's abilities to manage the offense effectively while allowing Maye to learn from the sidelines. Overall, the emphasis for the camp will be on competition and building team camaraderie as they prepare for the season opener against the Cincinnati Bengals.