The New England Patriots are likely to acquire quarterback Mac Jones, and NFL executives are speculating his value on the trade market.
by boston heraldThree NFL executives said Jones was worth about a fifth-round pick, but another AFC source said the Patriots “could be lucky” to get even a sixth-round pick on the former Pro Bowler. Stated.
It is widely believed that the 2021 first-round pick played his final game with the team.
Jones was benched numerous times during the season, including at halftime of the Patriots’ 10-7 loss to the Giants.
Jones showed promise in his rookie year in 2021, when he led the Patriots to the playoffs, but was unavailable last season.
In 2021, he threw for 3,801 yards, 22 touchdowns, and 13 interceptions, but in 2023, he threw for just 2,120 yards, 10 touchdowns, and 12 interceptions.
As a result, his trading value completely collapsed.
Patriots receive draft value comparable to other quarterbacks in Jones’ class, such as the 49ers’ fourth-round pick for Trey Lance or the Jets’ acquisition for trade-seeking Zach Wilson I don’t know yet if I can do it. Partner.
Meanwhile, the Patriots still don’t know exactly what they’ll do with their first-round pick, No. 3 overall.
according to boston.comThe Patriots staff really likes Baker Mayfield, who fits the requirements of a veteran quarterback the Patriots are currently looking for on the team.
Mayfield is already a familiar face on the Patriots’ coaching staff.
Patriots offensive coordinator Alex Van Pelt served as the Browns’ offensive coordinator for two seasons under Mayfield.
The Patriots still want to draft a quarterback alongside Mayfield and a veteran signal-caller to sit behind the veteran beyond Week 1, according to the paper.
Daniel Jeremiah on Saturday’s NFL Network Said If New England acquires Mayfield, the No. 3 pick could be on sale.
Mayfield led the Tampa Bay Buccaneers to the divisional round of the playoffs this season, throwing for 4,044 yards, 28 touchdowns, and 10 interceptions. The Patriots may be interested in him, but they would have to compete with other teams to sign him.
