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Report: New England Patriots bringing back veteran QB Brian Hoyer for third stint

CLEVELAND — Brian Hoyer was a free agent for less than 24 hours. Just one day after being released by the Indianapolis Colts, the veteran quarterback is reportedly heading back to the New England Patriots for a third time.

According to multiple reports, Hoyer has agreed to a one-year deal with the Patriots. After going undrafted back in 2009, Hoyer immediately signed with New England following the NFL Draft. Hoyer was also with the Patriots as Tom Brady's backup in 2017 and 2018.

Hoyer, 34, was a star quarterback at St. Ignatius High School where he played for coach Chuck Kyle, while also playing for a state championship-winning baseball team.