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Matt Light has advice for Patriots QB Jarrett Stidham on taking over for Tom Brady

Tom Brady was 24 years old in 2001 when Mo Lewis' devastating hit on Drew Bledsoe altered the course of Patriots franchise history, thrusting Brady into a starting role.

When the 2020 season (hopefully) starts later this year, Jarrett Stidham will also be 24 years old. And Brady's departure has opened the door for Stidham to take over as New England's starting QB.

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So what does Stidham need to do to seize the reins and become a leader?