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Patriots bench Maye for DeVito in heavy loss to Jaguars
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Patriots bench Maye for DeVito in heavy loss to Jaguars

The New England Patriots decided to bench quarterback Drake Maye in favour of Tommy DeVito during their 35-6 defeat at the Jacksonville Jaguars on 27 September. The change came as the Patriots struggled offensively in the NFL game, which saw them suffer a heavy loss on the road.

This defeat leaves the Patriots 11th in the NFL standings with one win and two losses from three games played. Their goal difference stands at minus 15, reflecting difficulties on both sides of the ball. The team’s recent form includes a narrow 10-13 loss at the Seattle Seahawks and a 20-3 home victory over the Pittsburgh Steelers.

The Patriots are part of the AFC East division and are based in the Greater Boston area. Their next challenge comes on 4 October, when they travel to face the Buffalo Bills. This game will be crucial for New England as they seek to improve their position in the league and find consistency after a mixed start to the season.

Tommy DeVito’s introduction at quarterback indicates a tactical shift by the Patriots’ coaching staff as they look to address offensive issues. The move follows a difficult string of results and highlights the team’s efforts to find a winning formula in a competitive division.

The Patriots will aim to bounce back quickly in their upcoming fixture against the Bills, who are one of their main rivals in the AFC East. The outcome of that game could have significant implications for the Patriots’ hopes of making the playoffs this season.

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