The New England Patriots parted ways with the majority of their quarterback room on Tuesday, releasing Brian Hoyer and Cam Newton. One of those players, however, should return to the team in the very near future.
According to NFL insider Albert Breer, the Patriots plan on re-signing Hoyer to their roster before their Week 1 matchup with the Miami Dolphins.
“The Patriots are indeed planning to re-sign Brian Hoyer ahead of Week 1, after they take care of some roster house-cleaning, I’m told,” Breer said. “Deal could be done as soon as later today. Having Hoyer in the QB room should enormously valuable for new starter Mac Jones.”
Hoyer has spent many years with the Patriots and knows how to run Josh McDaniels’ system. It seems like a no-brainer for New England to bring him back on a one-year deal.
The Patriots are indeed planning to re-sign Brian Hoyer ahead of Week 1, after they take care of some roster house-cleaning, I’m told. Deal could be done as soon as later today.
Having Hoyer in the QB room should enormously valuable for new starter Mac Jones.
— Albert Breer (@AlbertBreer) September 1, 2021
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Another reason Hoyer’s return to Foxborough seems imminent is because of his relationship with Mac Jones. He seems eager to help out the rookie quarterback this fall.
“I’ve been very impressed with his mental capacity,” Hoyer recently told reporters. “I’ve always said this every year I’ve talked to you guys, there’s a lot being thrown at the quarterback position in this offense. And my biggest advice is always take it one day at a time, digest it, retain it and then go back out. So he’s done a great job.”
New England has a little over a week to bring Hoyer back for its season opener.
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