The New England Patriots suffered a blow to their already struggling offensive line with the news that starting center David Andrews will miss the remainder of the season due to a shoulder injury. This injury further complicates the decision of when to hand over the quarterback position to rookie Drake Maye, who is currently QB2 on the depth chart. Despite the team’s offensive line issues, both Jerod Mayo and offensive coordinator Alex Van Pelt maintain that Andrews’ absence will not impact their decisions regarding the quarterback position. While veteran Nick Leverett will step in at center, his own injury concerns add another layer of uncertainty to the Patriots’ offensive line woes. It is clear that at some point, Maye will make his debut, but the team wants to ensure he is set up for success when he does take the field. With Andrews out, the team will have to navigate through these challenges to make the best decisions for the future of the team. It remains to be seen when Maye will start, as reports indicate he is still a ways away from being ready. For now, Jacoby Brissett is expected to start on Sunday against the Dolphins, but the team is keeping an eye on Maye’s progress for a potential debut later in the season.
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