news | March 23, 2026

Shocking Trade Ideas Patriots Should Pursue Before 2024 Season | News, Scores, Highlights, Stats, and Rumors

If that happens, the Patriots could choose to keep Brissett as the backup to help Maye transition to the starting role, or deal him to a team with a larger quarterback need.

Trading for a veteran, like Brissett, to potentially replace Jones would be a drastic move, but it does not seem crazy when you see that Drew Lock is the Giants' backup.

New York may value Brissett more, and if a starting role comes with it, the Patriots may send off the veteran quarterback before Week 1.