It's premature to declare a quarterback controversy in New England, but Bailey Zappe has sparked some interesting conversation since taking over for the injured Mac Jones.
Zappe nearly propelled the Patriots to an overtime victory in Green Bay after replacing veteran QB Brian Hoyer. The rookie fourth-round draft pick followed that up with a rock-solid performance in his first NFL start, a 29-0 rout of the Detroit Lions.
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It's highly unlikely Jones' job is in any sort of jeopardy, but Zappe's play still could light a fire under the starting QB.