New England Patriots quarterback Mac Jones was replaced by rookie Bailey Zappe in the second quarter. A cheering crowd welcomed Zappe, who led the team to a 14-0 lead versus the Chicago Bears.
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But the fans’ joy was short-lived. The Patriots went on to suffer a 14-33 loss. While Zappe had an excellent start, he could not keep that momentum going. New England was unable to score during the second half of the game. Currently standing at 3-4, and at the bottom of the AFC East, Belichick’s boys have their work cut out for them.
Twitter reacts to Mac Jones’ replacement
As usual, fans wasted no time talking about the quarterback online as they take it to Twitter. They spared no expense in expressing their opinions about the game.
While many believed that the move was expected, others took to social media and shared funny videos and GIFs of what Jones must’ve been feeling.
And the crowd cheering. Damn I kinda feel bad for Mac
— Devante Ashley (@slick_GRIMES) October 25, 2022
Comedian Bill Burr wants to stop seeing footage of Jones on the sidelines
"Can they stop showing Sad Mac Jones on the sidelines?" – Bill Burr #ManningCast pic.twitter.com/1IpcM7Drsp
— Awful Announcing (@awfulannouncing) October 25, 2022
This fan thinks Jones will find himself at the Carolina Panthers
Mac Jones will be a Panther before the deadline
— Theo Ash (@TheoAshNFL) October 25, 2022
One fan says this is the beginning of Jones’ villain era
This is the beginning of mac jones villain arc pic.twitter.com/oqJ5ef3lfF
— conner hall (@connball_sports) October 25, 2022
This fan feels sad for Mac Jones
Now why they get this shot of Mac Jones 🥺🥺🥺 it made me sad pic.twitter.com/bjM3J2wwmc
— curly🌻 (@curlyy888) October 25, 2022
Another fan posted a hilarious video
Mac Jones watching Bailey Zappe throw dimes pic.twitter.com/26I0Z6U3U0
— Noah (@PrimeNoah24) October 25, 2022
This fan feels betrayed
Patriots Fans told me the Dynasty was back with Mac Jones last year and now Bailey Zappe this year. pic.twitter.com/E9mbAr6O04
— The Dawgzilla (@TheDawgzilla) October 25, 2022
Another fan had a short but valid take on the situation
Benched Mac Jones just to lose
— Zo Truther 👀🔴 (@_asapdev) October 25, 2022
The change affected the entire outcome of the matchup.
The Patriots are in hot water
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The New England Patriots could not hold back Bears quarterback Justin Fields. A dominant Chicago offense ensured that New England did not put any more points on the board aside from the initial 14-point lead that was squandered.
This was Jones’ first start since Week 3. Zappe, who’s been filling in for Jones, seems to have become New England’s new favorite. Head coach Bill Belichick will have to rethink strategy and come to a decision regarding his quarterback crisis. Fans online are beginning to question the indecision surrounding the status of a starting quarterback of the Patriots.
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The Patriots hope to do better next week in their face-off against the New York Jets.
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