Mayo doesn’t have the credibility that former coach Bill Belichick earned on his way to six Super Bowls.

Analysis: Coach Jerod Mayo and the front office believe starting the season from the sideline is best for Maye’s future, and history supports them.

Brissett gets the nod over rookie first-round draft pick Drake Maye for the season opener at Cincinnati.

Zappe could land on the Patriots’ practice squad, but if not he leaves New England after one heck of a ride.

New England’s first-year coach says rookie Drake Maye has outplayed Jacoby Brissett, but will factor in ‘the whole body of work.’

Commentary: Jacoby Brissett is here to withstand the punishment, and the Patriots can’t drop the future of their franchise behind an offensive line that can’t even line up correctly.

Rookie QB Drake Maye continues to show his improvement, while presumptive starter Jacoby Brissett leaves with an injury in a 20-10 loss to Washington.

It’s a new day in New England after parting with Belichick, promoting Jerod Mayo and using the No. 3 pick on quarterback Drake Maye.

New England faces the Commanders on Sunday night, and players will make their case for a spot on the 53-man roster, with cutdown day on Tuesday.