Ahead of Patriots training camp, coach Bill Belichick told reporters Tuesday that second-year quarterback Mac Jones has shown “dramatic improvement.”
“[Jones has] made tremendous strides,” Belichick said, per ESPN’s Mike Reiss. “He did a great job last year, but he’s starting from a much, much higher point this year from where he started last year. His offseason work has been significant, and I think everyone recognizes how well he prepares and how much further along he was than a year ago.”
Jones, the No. 15 pick in the 2021 draft, put up impressive rookie numbers in the regular season with 352 completions for 3,801 yards and 22 touchdowns. The former Alabama standout was selected to the Pro Bowl and led New England to a 10–7 record in 17 games started.
