Who will be Patriots QB in 2020? Tom Brady set to be replaced by these candidates

Tom Brady is officially leaving New England Patriots. 42-year-old, who recently entered free ncy, anunced his departure from team on Tuesday after two decades. Subsequently, it was reported that Brady has agreed to a contract with Tampa Bay Buccaneers. While Brady's move to Buccaneers will be up for a major debate, 'Who will be Patriots QB in 2020?' is a question that must be on mind of Patriots head coach Bill Belichick. 

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Who will be Patriots QB in 2020? Options in roster

After Brady's exit, Belichick has just two quarterbacks in his roster - Cody Kessler and Jarrett Stidham. Kessler, who is yet to play for Patriots, could be automatically ruled out. That leaves m with Jarrett Stidham, who could potentially be answer to 'Who will be Patriots QB in 2020?' question. 23-year-old did impress in pre-season in 2019 but featured only thrice in regular season. Stidham threw for just 14 yards and completed just one interception last season. 

With Brady gone, quarterback could well grow into role of a starter but may need time to develop, especially with his ceiling currently unkwn.

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Who will be Patriots QB in 2020? Who will replace Tom Brady? 

Heading into free ncy, re could be a number of veteran options that could act as stopgaps till Patriots find a definite answer  'Who will replace Tom Brady?' question. Let us have a look at some of options.

Who will be Patriots QB in 2020?

Who will replace Tom Brady? Andy Dalton

Cincinnati Bengals quarterback would be expected to be on move with Bengals looking to draft in highly-rated Joe Burrows as . 1 pick in 2020 NFL Draft. A 9-year starter, Dalton has thrown 204 touchdowns to 118 interceptions in league. 32-year-old is a three-time All-Pro and could prove experienced option for Belichick.

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Who will replace Tom Brady? Cam Newton

30-year-old is an NFL MVP but is on market after Carolina Panrs secured a move for quarterback Teddy Bridgewater. former . 1 draft pick is one of most gifted quarterbacks in league but injuries have derailed his career in recent seasons. Two shoulder surgeries and a foot surgery mean Newton was been restricted to just two appearances last season.

Who will replace Tom Brady? Jacoby Brissett

Ar instance of an impending move, making a quarterback available for trade. former Patriots quarterback could be traded by Indianapolis Colts after y reportedly signed free nt Philip Rivers. 2016 draft pick was traded to Colts after just his rookie season in Boston. However, trading Brissett back could make sense for  Patriots, especially considering that he is about to enter final season of two-year deal he signed in 2019.

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Who will replace Tom Brady? Options at 2020 NFL Draft?

Patriots have . 23 pick in this year’s draft. However, 23rd pick could possibly mean losing out on quarterback options like Tua Tagovailova, Justin Herbert and Jordan Love. It'll interesting to see if Bill Belichick does choose to go down this road.

Why did Tom Brady leave Patriots? Tom Brady buccaneers contract

Recently, it was reported that Patriots head coach Bill Belichick's conversation with Brady did t end well, which might have led to his Patriots exit. Some reports also suggest that it was Belichick who restructured Brady's contract with Patriots last summer.

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