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Spears and Ninkovich go back and forth over Belichick as Pats' playcaller (2:04)

Rob Ninkovich and Marcus Spears disagree about whether or not Bill Belichick will be the offensive play caller going forward. There is a time limit.

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An agreement has been reached on a two-year contract with Brian Hoyer, his agent confirmed.

According to a source, the deal is worth $4 million with $3 million guaranteed and incentives.

There is continuity around second-year quarterback Mac Jones. In addition, the knowledge of the offense of the Pats has notable value to the coach. His offensive staff is in a state of transition after Josh McDaniels left to become the head coach of the Las Vegas Raiders.

There is a question as to how the offensive staff will be constructed, as he has not officially named a coach. According to a source, former New York Giants head coach Joe Judge and former Detroit Lions head coach MattPatricia have been a central part of the offensive staff's meetings this season.

He's been with the team for eight years, and will be his third time with the team. His knowledge of the offensive system is better than that of any assistant.

Jones, the team's first-round draft choice in 2021, was runner-up to Ja'Marr Chase in The Associated Press' offensive rookies of the year voting after starting all 17 games.

Jones referred to Hoyer as a close friend and a really good mentor, and he also said that he was hard on him sometimes. He holds me to a high standard.

In his career, he has appeared in 75 games and 39 starts. He has 1,512 yards with 53 touchdown and 35 intercepts.