Mac Jones, most New England Patriots starters not anticipated to play in preseason opener

FOXBOROUGH, Mass. — New England Patriots quarterback Mac Jones and many of the crew’s starters aren’t anticipated to play in Thursday night time’s preseason sport towards the New York Giants, sources informed ESPN.

The Patriots have joint practices subsequent week with the Carolina Panthers adopted by a preseason sport with them.

Then the next week, the crew flies to Las Vegas for joint practices with the Las Vegas Raiders and a remaining preseason sport towards them.

The Patriots’ preseason opener is predicted to principally characteristic rookies and backups vying for roster spots. Rookie quarterback Bailey Zappe, a fourth-round pick of Western Kentucky, tasks to see nearly all of motion behind veteran Brian Hoyer.

The Giants plan to open with their wholesome starters, per sources.