Jones started in New England’s loss to Chicago after missing three games, but was benched in the second quarter in favor of Bailey Zappe.
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Patriots use two QBs in humbling loss to Bears, 33-14
Mac Jones starts, but is replaced by Bailey Zappe in the second quarter of a lopsided loss at home.
Pats offense could look similar, even if Mac Jones returns
New England has emphasized the running game more with Bailey Zappe filling in and has won two straight.
NFL notebook: Patriots list Mac Jones as questionable; Damien Harris cleared to return
Jones could start at quarterback after missing the last three weeks, while Harris should return after missing one game.
Patriots notebook: Receiver Nelson Agholor returns to practice
Agholor is dealing with a hamstring injury that forced him to miss New England’s win over Cleveland.
Patriots QB Jones heading toward return against Bears on Monday night
Mac Jones is closing in on four weeks since he suffered a high ankle sprain against the Ravens, the typical recovery period for his injury.
Patriots notebook: Starter or not, Zappe revels in ‘surreal’ NFL experience
Rookie Bailey Zappe, thrust into a starting role with the Mac Jones injury, will keep moving forward whether he is the No. 1 quarterback or not.
Patriots notebook: What does Jones need to show to be deemed ready to play?
Quarterbacks Coach Joe Judge says the Patriots want to make sure Mac Jones is 100% before he returns.
Tom Caron: There’s plenty of intrigue as one sport winds down and others begin
From the expanded baseball playoffs to the Celtics’ coaching situation, there is no shortage of controversy and curiosity.
Patriots QB controversy? Zappe puts pressure on Jones to deliver
Bailey Zappe, the third-string quarterback, delivers another solid performance while Mac Jones is sidelined with a high ankle sprain.