Joe Theismann believes it’s time for the New England Patriots to move on from Mac Jones.
Speaking on some of the QB struggles he’s seen around the league, the former NFL MVP zeroed-in on the Pats’ signal-caller in a recent interview with FOX News. Saying, “He makes throws that you scratch your head over.”
I got to tell you, watching him – I’ve probably watched four or five games – he just doesn’t look comfortable in a pocket. … He doesn’t throw the ball with confidence. It’s like, he’s not sure. There’s tremendous indecision in the way he plays that position. And if there’s one position in football you have to be decisive at is the quarterback position.
Asked if he thinks the Patriots should prioritize the QB in next year’s draft. Theismann replied:
I think New England has to. … [Jones’] rookie year, you know, you say, ‘OK, he’s learning the game. He’s learning how to play quarterback in the National Football League.’ But you’ve got to see some type of a movement forward with progression as far as comfort level, accuracy in throws, making decisions with the ball in your hands. He hasn’t moved to the next level in any of those areas.
Theismann has similar feelings on Jets quarterback Zach Wilson; someone he was high on coming out of the draft.
Through 12 weeks, Mac Jones has more turnovers than touchdowns and has been benched four times. New England will likely be picking high in the 2024 NFL Draft. It’s looking like it could be time to cut bait.