Patriots Mailbag: Is faith restored in Mac Jones after the win?
Every Friday, we will be releasing a Patriots mailbag, so if you have any questions on all things Patriots and the NFL, feel free to ask. You can tweet @sophieewellerr or reply to the weekly mailbag post on the New England Patriot Fan's Facebook page. Let's get into your questions in this mailbag. Sam Beatty […]
Every Friday, we will be releasing a Patriots mailbag, so if you have any questions on all things Patriots and the NFL, feel free to ask. You can tweet @sophieewellerr or reply to the weekly mailbag post on the New England Patriot Fan's Facebook page.
Let's get into your questions in this mailbag.
Sam Beatty
Was one good game all it took for Belichick and the Patriots to put all of their faith back in Mac Jones? Weren't fans and the media calling for Mac's job a few weeks ago? Do these inconsistent opinions within the fanbase present potential further issues with the organization?
When a team struggles to the extent that the Patriots have, much of the blame falls on the head coach and the quarterback. Mac Jones has made some questionable decisions during the games this past season. I still don't think people are convinced that Jones is the one who can be the future of the Patriots, but Sunday's win over the Buffalo Bills showed that he is capable of more than we have seen this season. Even if this was a turning point for the team, there are still conversations that need to be had after the season and that starts with Jones' future with the team.
Katherine Evans
What HAPPENED? the Patriots are playing football like they actually know how! Great comeback in the game. Almost being beat at the last minute, not so much!
Sunday's win was a true team game. And it started with a strong performance by the offensive line that allowed the run game to get going and also gave Jones time in the pocket to make plays. On the defensive side, Jabrill Peppers had another strong game and they were able to make many crucial stops on third downs that prevented the Bills from getting into the end zone. When the entire team plays together, they proved what they are capable of.
Sadie Brochu
Will they finally stop talking about getting rid of Mac Jones?
As Dante Scarnecchia said in his Hall of Fame induction speech, Patriots fans are passionate and because of that they will cheer the loudest when the team does well, but also don't hesitate to boo when the team struggles. Sunday's win finally provided a glimpse into what Jones is capable of, bringing back memories of his strong rookie season. However, that was just one game. The conversations surrounding Jones' future with the team won't stop if the team continues to struggle as it has.
Jonathan Parker
IF, and it's a big if, the changes to the OL have made things much better, why did it take them this long to figure it out, especially Onwenu.
Mike Onwenu switching to right tackle was a step in the right direction for the Patriots. However, he has been dealing with an ankle injury so because of that New England has had to cycle in numerous different offensive linemen. Tackle is something Onwenu played during his rookie season, and it seems the Patriots were waiting to make sure he was strong enough to get in the game and fill in at the position.
Don Batura
They need a better dance instructor.
I know this isn't exactly a question, but I thought this comment was hilarious considering Mike Gesicki's celebration griddy following the game-winning touchdown. He is very aware that it is the worst griddy, but he just goes out there to have fun. And the best part is Mac Jones joined in, despite telling A to Z Sports earlier this year that he had retired his griddy.
Adam Schefter isn’t buying Bill Belichick’s future with Patriots
Adding his opinion into the mix.