Patriots quarterback Mac Jones was caught by ESPN’s cameras barking at Matt Patricia and the other offensive coaches on Monday night. But Patricia doesn’t seem to mind.
Speaking to media members the next day, New England’s coordinator was asked about the second-year QB’s in-game explosions. To which Patricia simply said, “I love it.”
Patricia and Jones have appeared to butt heads quite a bit this season as New England’s offense has largely struggled for most of the year.
Even in the Pats’ 27-13 win over the Cardinals on “MNF,” it was obvious that the offense was operating like a defensive-minded coach was calling the plays; bubble screens, short passes, extensions of the run game.
Jones’ game has taken a step back from his rookie year and much of that seems to be him trying to overcome not having a true OC and play-caller.