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so last look for Drake May before the real football starts he had his best performance of the preseason on Sunday again completes 13 passes for 126 yards again the Pats open up their season at Cincinnati against Jo Burl the Bengals September the eth all right Herm reders he's still 21 Herm turns 22 soon why should he be the starting quarterback why not you tell me well I tell you what I I see him as a starting quarterback wow I really do I just think that when you look and you listen to your eyes you just watch him play right here for instance we know he's mobile enough we talked about the rush okay we get that he can escape well I would just tell him you got to slide I teach him how to slide right don't and you know but but I think the kid has a live arm he understands the offense good play AC he feels the pressure coming from the edge he steps up delivers a nice throw I mean this guy was the third player picked in the draft there were two quarterbacks picked before him that actually are starting he's not for some reason uh measures the field this is a great throw got pressure threw it on the outside arm of the running back they go in and score so I'm looking at a young guy look and we'll say he doesn't have an experience you're worried about um the season you're worried about the games they play early well you don't tell that to the other players we got a tough schedule well we don't want to play some of you guys cuz we're worried about what they're professional football players eventually this kid's going going to play play him right now get it over and you think the whole team will support that if he's the guy will and you walk in the defensive room and you tell him starting a rookie quarterback got to help this guy we got it coach P3 it's still unclear veteran jacobe brassette is going to be the starter when the season opens or if gerod Mayo is going to go with that third overall pick Drake may brette actually has struggled in limited action against the Eagles last week May did lead the pths on two scoring drives in four series here's Mayo on the planet QB for the we're going to play I mean if you guys want look jacobe is going to start the game off Drake will play as well Joe will play as well there's a there's a nugget boom you're welcome thank you app now you guys can sleep Z your play Z your Play I Like it he's kind of in that you know not quite the bill bellich mode but you know a man a few words there uh May has been able to move the ball downfield adding a rushing touchdown to his preseason resume and brassette has run 16 plays for a total of 17 passing yards Red Zone int now not a single first down through the air I don't really put much stock in that we have years of jacobe brassette playing in the NFL everybody knows what jacobe brassette can do what's the situation there well the situation is the Patriots are intrigued by Drake may you can see with d May when he speaks like the talent they want to use it but the plan has been since March and April we're going to sit Drake may like that's what they want to do he's 21 years old they know they don't have The Supporting Cast right now to make him look good in the short term they want to work on his footwork refine his overall game for that they signed him on knowing that he can come on he'll probably have to try to hold on to it with some wins if he doesn't then you could put Drake May in but it would still be a mild surprise based on what I know about the practice reps there toobe pret still gets a majority of those first team reps so I don't know are they going to win games no matter who's there I mean it's clearly a rebuild whoever it is all right but swagu okay so that's the scenario swagu I mean when do you think we should see May starting when when he's ready but Hannah it it is a great Point Jeremy brought up rushian Drake May knowing that you don't have the team around him is a waste of time because one he's going to get tagged not only by your fan base but you know how I am when a quarterback is playing abysmal and the second thing is you got to think about these young fellas confidence especially when they may be staring across the aisle and seeing Jaden Daniels or Caleb Williams have success in the offense I don't care what anybody says when you're a young player especially at this particular position you look your peers and you look at guys that came into class with you and you determine where you are as a rookie Drake May should start when Drake May is ready to command this offense and he may be ready to command this offense at some point during the season and then you have to make another decision of are we putting him in the best situation to be successful and Herm knows this is as well as anybody the number one job of a coach no matter if it's peeee any sport or profession professional in sport is to put their players in a position to be successful and I'm not sure if Drake May has that afforded to him and don't forget we recently just came off of seeing Matt Jones with a team that wasn't ready to help a young rookie quarterback play to the level in which we thought he could so I think he plays when the New England Patriots upcoming season holds one of the most highly debated quarterback questions in the NFL the key question is whether Drake May the Young highly talented rookie will start as the Patriots quarterback or veteran jacobe brassette will leave the charge the stakes are Monumental fans and analysts alike are split creating an intense narrative surrounding the decision that could Define the Patriots 2024 season but let's not miss words this is more than just a typical quarterback controversy it's a battle for the franchise's future the implications of this decision could Echo throughout the NFL for years the Patriots are in a iCal rebuilding phase and with that comes a significant quarterback conundrum jacobe brasset a seasoned veteran has shown flashes of capability throughout his career however his recent struggles have raised eyebrows in preseason action Brett's limited snaps resulted in unimpressive stats raising concerns about his ability to lead the team in a competitive AFC yet despite his underwhelming performances his experience in the league is not to be dismissed he's been in the trenches battled through a adversity and shown resilience the question is is that enough to keep him as the starter especially when you have a talent like Drake May waiting in the wings Drake May on the other hand is the future he's the shiny new weapon in the Patriots Arsenal a quarterback with the kind of talent that makes coaches dream of Super Bowls at just 21 years old May represents the new breed of NFL quarterbacks athletic strong armed and unfl flappable under pressure his college career was nothing short of impressive and the Patriots used their third overall pick to grab him signifying their belief in his potential to be the next face of the franchise but is now the time to throw him into the fire or should the Patriots take a more conservative approach bruet case lies in his experience he's not the most flashy quarterback nor is he the type to light up the stat sheet week after week but what he does bring is a Steady Hand of quarterback who has seen it all he's faced Elite defenses handled intense pressure and led teams in high stake situations for a team like the Patriots which is still trying to figure out its identity post Brady brasset offers a known quantity his time in New England under Bill bich and the Patriot system gives him a significant Edge in understanding the complexities of the offense moreover Bret's ability to protect the football and manage games effectively might be just what the Patriots need as they rebuild with a developing roster they can ill afford a gunslinger making costly mistakes bris head's conservative approach could stabilize the team in the short term allowing the young players around him to grow without the pressure of trying to match high octane offenses every week however the glaring downside to brassette is his ceiling at this point in his career it's safe to say that brassette is unlikely to become a top tier NFL quarterback he's a competent starter but he's not the kind of quarterback who can elevate a team single-handedly to playoff contention and in the AFC where quarterbacks like Patrick Mahomes Joe burrow and Josh Allen re Supreme the Patriots need someone who can do more than just manage games they need a game changer Drake May if the Patriots are looking for a quarterback who can Elevate the team and become the next big thing in the NFL May the obvious choice his armed Talent is undeniable he can make all the throws and his athleticism allows him to extend plays when things break down May's Poise in the pocket and ability to read defenses are well beyond his years and he's shown flashes of Brilliance in preseason action leading multiple scoring drives and even adding a rushing touchdown to his resume but the argument for May goes beyond just his physical tools the Patriots are a team in transition and with that comes the need for a quarterback who can grow with the team starting may now would allow him to gain invaluable experience learning on the job while developing chemistry with his teammates yes there will be growing pains there always are with rookie quarterbacks but those struggles could pay off in the long run by starting May the Patriots could accelerate their rebuild and position themselves to compete in the years to come yet the risks are substantial throwing a Young quarterback into the fire too early can have devastating effects we've seen it time and time again rookie quarterbacks thrust into starting roles before they're ready only to struggle and lose confidence the Patriots roster while promising isn't yet equipped to provide the kind of support that a Young quarterback needs to succeed the offensive line is still a work in progress the receiving course lacks a true number one Target and the running game is inconsistent at best without a solid foundation around him may could find himself overwhelmed leading to a regression in his development the decision at quarterback will have a profound impact on the Patriot 2024 season if brassette is the starter we can expect a more conservative approach from the Patriots a team that relies on defense and ball control to win games if they may not light up the scoreboard but they could be competitive grinding out wins in close low-scoring Affairs the ceiling with brasset however is limited at best the Patriots might hover around. 5 potentially sneaking into the playoffs if things break their way but a deep playoff run seems unlikely without a quarterback who can can take over games if the Patriots choose to start May the season takes on a different tone there will be excitement certainly but also unpredictability May has the talent to lead the Patriots to some impressive wins but there will also be growing pains moments where his inexperience shows and the team falters as a result the Patriot success will hinge on how quickly may can adjust to the speed and complexity of the NFL game what if he can make the leap the Patriots could surprise some people possibly even making a run at the playoffs but if the struggles are too much it could be a long frustrating season in New England a rebuilding year or something more no matter who starts at quarterback it's clear that 2024 is a rebuilding year for the Patriots they're not expected to compete for a Super Bowl this season and their focus is on developing young talent and laying the groundwork for future success but that doesn't mean the season is a l cause there's still plenty at stake for the Patriots both in terms of evaluating their roster and setting the tone for the future if briset starts and the Patriots manage to stay competitive it could buy them time to continue building around May allowing him to step into a more stable situation when he eventually takes over on the other hand if May starts and shows that he's ready for the big stage the Patriots could accelerate their rebuild with the potential to compete sooner than expected the Patriots quarterback decision isn't just about this season it's about the future of the franchise choosing between brassette and may is a decision that will have Ripple effects for years to come play it safe with brassette and the Patriots might tread water for another year delaying their inevitable rebuild start May and the future could arrive sooner than expected but at the risk of damaging the young quarterback's confidence if things go poorly ultimately the Patriots coaching staff must weigh the risk and rewards taking into account the team's long-term goals as well as the pressures of the present is a delicate balance and one that could Define the next era of Patriots football one thing is certain all eyes will be on New England as they navigate this pivotal moment in their franchise's history will Drake may be the Patriot savior or will jacobe Brett's Steady Hand guide them through the storm the answer will shape the future of the team for years to come