In a recent development, New England Patriots coach Jerod Mayo has confirmed that Jacoby Brissett will continue as the team's starting quarterback, despite facing a tough string of protection breakdowns in their recent game against the New York Jets, which resulted in a 24-3 loss. Mayo praised Brissett's toughness and resilience in the face of adversity, emphasizing that he remains the quarterback until further notice. Despite Brissett being sacked five times and enduring 15 hits during the game, Mayo commended his grit and determination on the field.

During Thursday's game, the Patriots' offensive line struggled under the Jets' blitz-heavy defensive tactics, leading to a challenging performance for Brissett. Despite these challenges, Brissett managed to complete 12-of-18 passes for 98 yards. In his address following the game, Mayo reiterated his coaching philosophy that every player must continuously compete for their position. The team is currently standing at 1-2, with room for improvement as they prepare to face San Francisco on September 29th.

Rookie quarterback Drake Maye, the No. 3 overall draft pick, made his regular-season debut late in the fourth quarter of the game against the Jets. Despite briefly taking the field, Mayo reiterated that Brissett is the current starter and that the focus remains on supporting him for upcoming games. Offensive coordinator Alex Van Pelt expressed his belief that Maye will benefit from observing and learning as Brissett's backup for the time being. Maye showcased his potential during his one drive, completing 4-of-8 passes for 22 yards and adding two rushes for 12 yards before the drive was cut short by a sack.