New England quarterback Mac Jones said he was a big reason for the loss to the Eagles, but the defense quickly stepped up to share the burden.

In six games when covering speedy Dolphins receiver Tyreek Hill, cornerback Jonathan Jones has allowed a total of seven catches for 88 yards, on 16 targets.

Marte Mapu is listed as a linebacker but truly doesn’t have a set position, so he learned them all.

Brady was honored Sunday at the Patriots’ season opener and took a page from his longtime rival at the halftime show.

Some problems that plagued New England last season popped up again Sunday, but quarterback Mac Jones looked more comfortable.

Belichick said everyone could have made one or two more plays in New England’s 20-25 loss to Philadelphia on Sunday.

New England nearly erases an early 16-0 deficit, but the defending NFC champions hold on with a couple late defensive stands.

Brady, who won six Super Bowls in 20 seasons with New England, will be inducted into the Patriots Hall of Fame next June.

Brady, who won six Super Bowls as New England’s quarterback, will be honored on Sunday during the Patriots’ season opener.

Zappe, who was waived in the preseason and signed to the practice squad, will be Mac Jones’ backup.