The NFL can become a real puzzle sometimes, especially when players, coaches, or analysts start saying things as clear as mud. One such thing happened when Jerod Mayo, the New England Patriots head coach, threw a riddle wrapped in an enigma. The NFL solo tackles leader has an interesting opinion on QB Drake Maye.

As the first-year HC, he has the tough job of trying to fill the big shoes of legends like Bill Belichick. And it won’t be easy for him to find the next Tom Brady at Gillette Stadium. But it seems like Mayo has figured it out! On Tuesday, Mayo stated at WEEI that he believes Drake Maye is the second-best quarterback after Jacoby Brissett, whom he feels is the No. 1 signal-caller starter. This statement had fans scratching their heads and now James White has spilled some tea on it!

The former Patriots RB explained Mayo’s perspective telling why Jerod Mayo believes Maye is outperforming Brissett. He stated, “But he is still the second-best quarterback on the roster. People were like, that doesn’t make sense. It makes perfect sense. When there is a competition, sometimes not the best player can win the competition.” The HC feels that Mayo perfectly makes sense, as competition is the nature of sports.

Moreover, when players go the extra mile, they can outperform even the most talented and skilled people. I think he is just saying Jacoby’s the best guy for our team, he added. According to the three-time Super Bowl winner, things can completely change if Maye starts performing well in practice.

The discussion over whether Drake Maye or Jacoby Brissett should be the starter QB isn’t going to end anytime soon. Even if Mayo comes up with satisfactory answers, fans might still be unsure if they see the rookie lighting up the gridiron. But what does Mayo to say on this?

Jerod Mayo drops a hint: Drake Maye might not be the Patriots’ starting QB for Week 1

The QB battle started on the grounds of Foxborough long before the start of preseason and training camp. With three players staking their claim for the QB 1 position, the New England team is witnessing some really tough fight! And there might be bad news for Drake Maye and Bailey Zappe as Jacoby Brissett is the head coach’s top pick.

And the Super Bowl champion himself gave the game away. When asked if Brissett couldn’t make it to Week 1, and if would Maye step in as a starter, the HC had a surprising response. He said, “100 percent he’s our second-best quarterback on the roster right now,” following the Pats’ third preseason match against Washington Commanders.

The first-time head coach told reporters on Wednesday the 28th August that he has decided whether Jacoby Brissett or rookie Drake Maye will open the season under center, but wants to communicate it to the players first.

“I know everyone wants to know that. I’m going to talk to the individual players tomorrow,tomorrow, — I’m going to have a team meeting tomorrow — and then I’ll get it to you guys,” Mayo said. “Yes, we’ve made a decision; just haven’t communicated. And honestly, I want those guys to hear it first from me before they hear it from someone else.”

So, with the season just around the corner, Jerod Mayo has left fans guessing who will be the starter QB for the New England Patriots. Whether it’s Jacoby Brissett taking the charge or Maye stepping in, the team’s future is yet to be decided. So fans, keep your eyes peeled because surprises are definitely in store for the Pats!