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Devin McCourty passionately defended Mac Jones over immature criticisms: ‘He wants to win’

Ever since the New England Patriots and Mac Jones finished off a disappointing 8-9 season in 2022, the quarterback has come under fire lately.

Questions of the now third-year QB’s immaturity have led some, like Sports Illustrated’s Albert Breer, to speculate if the Patriots really want Jones in the long term. That’s because, after a relatively sparkling rookie season, Jones struggled last year. As a result, it didn’t seem like Bill Belichick was enthused about his ceiling.

Factor in Jones lashing out at his coaches, taking dirty shots at opponents, and it seemed apparent he has some growing up to do.