Marc Sessler evaluated every quarterback who started a game (including the playoffs) during the 2022 NFL season to create a complete ranking from 1 to 68.

Patriots quarterback Brian Hoyer is headed to injured reserve after suffering a concussion in Week 4. Hoyer replaced the injured Mac Jones against Green Bay but was knocked out of the game after only 15 plays.

All eyes in New England could be on Patriots rookie QB Bailey Zappe this Sunday vs. the Lions. While Mac Jones returned to practice Wednesday, Zappe appears in line to start if Jones and Brian Hoyer are unable to go.

The Packers eked out a 27-24 overtime victory over the Patriots at Lambeau Field, but MVP quarterback Aaron Rodgers knows he needs to play better.

The Patriots have predictably been mum about exactly how long Mac Jones will be out with his ankle injury, but in the meantime, veteran Brian Hoyer is expected to step in with rookie Bailey Zappe waiting in the wings.

In the first month of the 2022 NFL season, backup quarterbacks have played a prominent role. So, what's it like to suddenly take the QB1 reins? David Carr shares his insight. Plus, there's a new face in the top five of Carr's Offensive Player Rankings.

Mac Jones suffered a high ankle sprain in Sunday's loss to Baltimore, and it force him out for the coming weeks, NFL Network Insiders Ian Rapoport and Tom Pelissero reported.

Mac Jones is believed to have suffered a high ankle sprain in Sunday's 37-26 loss to the Ravens and will undergo an MRI on Monday, NFL Network Insiders Ian Rapoport and Tom Pelissero reported.

Patriots head coach Bill Belichick split offensive play-calling duties between Matt Patricia and Joe Judge in Thursday night's 23-21 loss to the New York Giants.

The New York Giants faced off with the host New England Patriots, while the Baltimore Ravens traveled to take on the Tennessee Titans to kick off Week 1 of the preseason.

Brian Hoyer is sticking around in New England for another go-around, signing a two-year deal with the Patriots ahead of free agency. See what else happened Monday as the 2022 negotiating window opened.

The New England Patriots have signed QB Brian Hoyer to the active roster from the practice squad, NFL Network's Mike Giardi reports.

The Patriots' QB situation and our subsequent monitoring of it is only just getting started. As expected, so is Bill Belichick's crafty avoidance of making any definitive statements on the matter.

The 35-year-old journeyman spent last season with the New England Patriots, starting one game behind Cam Newton.

NFL.com editors evaluated every quarterback who started a game (including the playoffs) during the 2020 NFL season to create a complete ranking from 1 to 59. Did winning Super Bowl LV give Tom Brady enough juice to knock MVP Aaron Rodgers from the top spot?

Patriots coach Bill Belichick was mum on the possibility on Cam Newton making a return in Week 5 after testing positive for COVID-19.

Week 4's in the books. So ... what's hot and what's not? Marc Sessler has his finger on the NFL pulse, and this dispatch opens with a magical moment for one long-suffering fan base.

Bill Belichick likely knew well before this summer that a healthy Cam Newton is a serious problem in between the white lines. The usually stoic Patriots coach did something a little out of character on Monday now that Newton is on his team: He showered the quarterback with compliments.

Two months after Tom Brady's departure, the Patriots have four QBs on the roster. Bill Belichick said he's not sure yet whether that group, led by Jarrett Stidham and Brian Hoyer, is set heading into the season.

Judy Battista has five key takeaways from the 2020 NFL schedule, which is loaded with things to look forward to -- including a juicy opening matchup between Patrick Mahomes' Chiefs and Deshaun Watson's Texans.

With the Patriots headed for their first season without Tom Brady on the roster since 1999, Judy Battista, Jeffri Chadiha, Michael Silver and Jim Trotter break down Bill Belichick's best options at QB -- including second-year pro Jarrett Stidham.

Jarrett Stidham is, presumably, the Patriots' starting QB. Despite not playing last year and a lackluster final season in college, his former coach Gus Malzahn believes Stidham is ready to succeed Tom Brady.

Ted Ginn made it public recently he still wanted to play football, and now he's found a place to do it. Ginn has agreed to terms on a one-year deal with the Chicago Bears.

With the Cincinnati Bengals releasing Andy Dalton, Judy Battista breaks down five potential teams where the veteran passer could land. Could the Denver Broncos add another former Bengal to their QB room?

Thirteen QBs were chosen in this weekend's 2020 NFL Draft. None were selected by the Patriots. Bill Belichick told reporters following the conclusion of Saturday's rounds that passing on a QB wasn't necessarily the plan.

New England Patriots quarterback Brian Hoyer's play-action throw finds a wide-open Nelson Agholor for 27 yards.

NFL Network insider Mike Garafolo: New England Patriots quarterback Mac Jones is officially out vs. the Green Bay Packers, with Patriots backup quarterback Brian Hoyer in line to start.

New England Patriots quarterback Brian Hoyer when asked about his most-recent start saying one game doesn't define me.

New England Patriots QBs Mac Jones, Brian Hoyer congratulate Bailey Zappe after rookie leads another TD drive.

New England Patriots quarterback Brian Hoyer connects with wide receiver Kristian Wilkerson for chunk yardage on deep pass.

New England Patriots wide receiver Kendrick Bourne makes a spectacular grab for a 48-yard catch and run.

New England Patriots wide receiver Jakobi Meyers' first career TD comes on his 135th career catch.

New England Patriots quarterback Brian Hoyer drops a dime down sideline to wide receiver N'Keal Harry for 26 yards.

Watch the highlights from the 2021 preseason Week 3 game between the New England Patriots and the New York Giants.

Watch the New England Patriots' top plays vs. the Philadelphia Eagles during Preseason Week 2.

Watch the New England Patriots matchup against the Kansas City Chiefs during Week 4 of the 2020 regular season.

New England Patriots quarterback Brian Hoyer jukes defender to convert third-down scramble.

New England Patriots quarterback Brian Hoyer throws big block on 312-pound defensive lineman on end-around.

NFL Network's Jeffri Chadiha discusses how quarterback Brian Hoyer starting for the New England Patriots will affect the Kansas City Chiefs' defensive strategy.

NFL Network's Mike Giardi breaks down the New England Patriots roster heading into the 2020 season.

NFL Network's Mike Giardi shares what New England Patriots head coach Bill Belichick had to say about his team's quarterback situation as the 2020 NFL Draft approaches.

Indianapolis Colts come up short on quarterback Brian Hoyer's fourth-down dart to tight end Eric Ebron.

Indianapolis Colts quarterback Brian Hoyer threads needle to wide receiver Chester Rogers for 20 yards.

Indianapolis Colts quarterback Brian Hoyer hits tight end Jack Doyle on the sail route for 23 yards.

Watch highlights from Week 9 game between the Indianapolis Colts and the Pittsburgh Steelers.

Indianapolis Colts quarterback Brian Hoyer rolls right to deliver fourth-down touchdown to wide receiver Chester Rogers.

Indianapolis Colts wide receiver Zach Pascal uses 6-foot-2 frame to snag quarterback Brian Hoyer's top-shelf throw for touchdown.

Indianapolis Colts quarterback Brian Hoyer steps in for injured Jacoby Brissett and throws 11-yard touchdown pass to tight end Jack Doyle.

Watch the New England Patriots vs. Tennessee Titans highlights from preseason Week 2.

New England Patriots wide receiver Jakobi Myers hauls in Pats' two-point pass in the back of end zone.