FOXBORO — Since his “day by day” press convention went viral two weeks in the past, Bill Belichick has averted the phrase — or used variants — when answering questions concerning the standing of quarterback Mac Jones.
“Mac, I think is making good improvement,” Belichick mentioned Friday. “We’ll see where he’s at today.”
As for whether or not the choice to be clear Jones may very well be made tomorrow, when the Patriots will fly to Cleveland, Belichick wouldn’t contact that, both.
“Nobody knows how they’re going to feel tomorrow after what they do today,” he mentioned.
But, Belichick added, Jones may very well be cleared any day, indicating the choice has not been made however could occur earlier than kickoff.
“It could happen any time,” Belichick concluded.
Jones has been restricted for 5 straight practices with the excessive ankle sprain he suffered on Sept. 25 in opposition to Baltimore. Fourth-round rookie Bailey Zappe began in his place final week versus the Lions and helped lead a 29-0 win. Zappe took many of the apply reps main as much as that sport, however seems to be splitting extra reps with Jones this week.
“(Jones) certainly did a lot more this Thursday than he did last Thursday,” Belichick mentioned Friday.
Jones has additionally been carrying his common knee brace and an armband full with performs, potential indicators his exercise has elevated in staff durations.
The Patriots will launch their closing damage report Friday round 4 p.m.
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