During an appearance on “Up & Adams” this Wednesday morning, Patriots legend Rob Gronkowski discussed Mac Jones’ recent struggles at quarterback.
Jones was benched Sunday after tossing two interceptions in a 38-3 loss to the Cowboys.
Gronkowski ultimately believes Jones is skating on thin ice. After all, Belichick has already benched him twice in the past 12 months.
“He got benched last year and Bailey Zappe went in. He just got benched three days ago when they faced the Cowboys – that’s strike two ,” Gronkowski said. “If he gets benched again and makes another mistake they were going over throughout the week, that will be strike three and he will officially be out as the quarterback of the New England Patriots.”
“That will be strike three and he will officially be out as the quarterback of the New England Patriots”@RobGronkowski on what COULD become of Mac Jones’ future based on this upcoming week @heykayadams pic.twitter.com/LG3yFyQde7
— Up & Adams (@UpAndAdamsShow) October 4, 2023
Jones enters Week 5 with 898 passing yards, five touchdowns and four interceptions. If he wants to remain the starting quarterback in New England, it’s imperative that he takes care of the football.
The Patriots will face the Saints this Sunday at home. Kickoff is set for 1 p.m. ET.