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Patriots Quarterback Competition Update and Positional Battles

Patriots Name Jacoby Brissett as Starting Quarterback

The Patriots have confirmed that veteran quarterback Jacoby Brissett will start in Week 1 against the Cincinnati Bengals.

Sources told ESPN that Brissett will start over rookie Drake Maye.

Steve Grogan's Historic Record

Former Patriots quarterback Steve Grogan holds the season record for quarterback rushing touchdowns, set in 1976 and unbroken for 35 years.

Drew Bledsoe's Impact on the Patriots

Drew Bledsoe played a pivotal role in transforming the Patriots into a playoff-caliber team.

Jacoby Brissett's Qualifications

• Experienced veteran quarterback
• Starting experience with the Indianapolis Colts and Miami Dolphins
• Strong understanding of Patriots' offensive system

Drake Maye's Potential

• Highly touted rookie quarterback
• Exceptional talent and athleticism
• Expected to be a future franchise player

Patriots Roster Projection

Quarterback: Jacoby Brissett (Starter), Drake Maye (Backup)

Running Back: Rhamondre Stevenson (Starter), Damien Harris (Backup), James White (Pass-Catching Back)

Wide Receiver: DeVante Parker (X Receiver), Jakobi Meyers (Slot Receiver), Kendrick Bourne (Z Receiver), Tyquan Thornton (Deep Threat)

Tight End: Hunter Henry (Starter), Jonnu Smith (Backup)

Offensive Line: Isaiah Wynn (Left Tackle), Michael Onwenu (Left Guard), David Andrews (Center), Shaq Mason (Right Guard), Trent Brown (Right Tackle)

Defensive Line: Christian Barmore (Defensive Tackle), Davon Godchaux (Defensive Tackle), Deatrich Wise (Defensive End), Matthew Judon (Defensive End)

Linebacker: Ja'Whaun Bentley (Middle Linebacker), Mack Wilson (Weakside Linebacker), Josh Uche (Strongside Linebacker)

Cornerback: Jalen Mills (Slot Cornerback), Jonathan Jones (Outside Cornerback), Terrance Mitchell (Outside Cornerback)

Safety: Kyle Dugger (Strong Safety), Adrian Phillips (Free Safety)

Positional Battles to Watch

Wide Receiver: Tyquan Thornton vs. Nelson Agholor for the deep threat role

Tight End: Jonnu Smith vs. Devin Asiasi for the backup tight end role