The New England Patriots have named Jacoby Brissett as their starting quarterback for Week 1 against the Bengals, according to head coach Jerod Mayo. This decision comes after Brissett outperformed rookie third-overall pick Drake Maye in training camp and preseason games. Brissett, who has experience as a starter with multiple NFL teams, signed a one-year contract with the Patriots to potentially serve as a bridge starter or mentor for a rookie quarterback. Despite Brissett being named the starter, there are indications that Maye has played well and could potentially take over the starting role later in the season. The Patriots have also faced uncertainty on the offensive line due to injuries, which could impact the development of young players like Maye. The team’s focus this season may shift towards developing young talent rather than solely focusing on winning games. The announcement of Brissett as the starter comes after other teams, such as the Steelers, have also finalized their quarterback decisions for the upcoming season.
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