This season has been a poor reflection on everyone in the building. However, the latest New England Patriots QB decision has added runway time to the team. Here’s a summary for those who have not paid attention to the inner workings of the 1-4 team.<\/p>\n
The franchise currently owns the top pick in the upcoming draft. The sole win<\/a> came against a bad Cincinnati Bengals team. And finally, they’re fresh off the win against the lowest average-scoring offense.<\/p>\n But those in glass houses should not throw stones. The Dolphins average 12.0 points per game, but Alex Van Pelt’s successfully mustered a slightly better 12.4 PPG<\/a> so far this year. So why are some skeptical over the latest announcement from Foxboro?<\/p>\n In a vacuum, it makes sense to hold players accountable and to trot someone else out there under center. Furthermore, teams want to see a top pick play. Ian Rapaport reported Tuesday afternoon on Drake Maye<\/a> starting against the Houston Texans.<\/p>\n But this serves as a chess move by the organization that has a lot of eggs on its face<\/a> at the moment. Jacoby Brissett has been far from a Pro Bowler. But fans are witnessing a phenomenon more this year. The eye level of quarterbacks continually drops when they take hits and feel under pressure.<\/p>\n A counterargument could include that opposing defenses always make the signal caller uncomfortable. However, this Pats offense has been so abnormally out-of-synch, and the issue will persist for Maye. This will be especially true without starting center David Andrews.<\/p>\n Anticipating the blitz and navigating the pocket is part of playing the position. But constantly needing to shake off an in-face defender, only moments after the snap is impossible to gain any sort of rhythm.<\/p>\n The argument against starting the rookie hasn’t been a lack of talent or trust. Instead, advocates of Maye sitting point to some of the best to ever play.<\/a> Furthermore, facing the type of pressure the current offensive line is allowing will force him to try to make a lot of plays that are forced. Bad habits and spending up the internal clock lead to a short career as a starter.<\/p>\n Luckily, Sam Darnold’s current play shows that the right system and organization can bring out the best in anyone. However, if the first year gets off to a bad start like what the current Vikings’ QB saw in New York, then it’s about ‘career resurrection’.<\/p>\n Unfortunately, a team drafts a player with a top-three selection for them to be part of the franchise for years to come. Furthermore, the mixed messaging shows an overall lack of a plan in this New England Patriots QB decision. The timetable becomes even more questionable.<\/p>\n In reality, it’s doubtful that there was ever anything concrete in this regard. More likely, the Krafts and coaching staff<\/a> are hoping to rewind the clock of the fan base’s good graces.<\/p>\n Anticipation and excitement leaked out like a balloon losing air when Brissett was named the starter. However, the fun-filled intrigue instantly reinflates with the latest news. Job security and public opinion may be somewhat saved for now.<\/p>\n But again, this doesn’t seem like a well-thought-out, methodical development plan (that was promised). Conversely, it looks like a media ploy to buy favor<\/a> and, more importantly, time. The overall problems persist.<\/p>\n The coaching staff has taken a step back from what was in the building last year. The players aren’t seeing progress translated on the field. And the additional people jockeying for public credit<\/a> are only muddying the organizational standard.<\/p>\n Starting Maye excuses poor on-field results for now. This team will struggle regardless of who is at quarterback.<\/p>\nLeading Up to the Latest New England Patriots QB Decision<\/h2>\n