Report: Patriots' Mac Jones Could Play Week 2 After Back Injury Diagnosed as Spasms

Mac Jones was diagnosed with back spasms after his X-rays came back negative.

According to Rapoport, there is a chance that Jones plays in the Pittsburgh game.

After the season opener, Jones disclosed a back injury. He played 17 games in his first season.

Jones will be trying to establish himself as the franchise quarterback for the Pats in the year 2022.

Jones turned the ball over twice in a 20-7 loss to the Dolphins.

If Jones isn't able to play, the Pats could turn to Brian Hoyer.

The 36-year-old, who has played for the New England, Arizona, Cleveland, Houston, Houston Texans, Chicago Bears, San Francisco 49ers and Indianapolis Colts throughout his career, is a priority for the team.

Bailey Zappe is a possibility.