Zappe made an impressive debut for the Patriots in the 2022 season, appearing in four games and starting two. One of his standout performances came when he replaced the injured Brian Hoyer against the Packers, taking the game to overtime before losing. He also started in victories over the Lions and Browns, showcasing his skills. Zappe even stepped in for an ineffective Jones in a loss to the Bears, where Patriots fans showed their support by chanting his name.
During the offseason, there were speculations about a possible quarterback competition between Zappe and Jones in training camp. However, this did not materialize as Jones received the majority of the starter’s reps during camp, leaving no doubt about his position as the starting quarterback for the Patriots.
Now, Zappe is set to become a free agent and is expected to attract interest from other teams in the NFL. As a rookie, he showcased his talent by completing 65 out of 92 passes (70.7%) for 781 yards, five touchdowns, and three interceptions. In the preseason, Zappe had more playing time than any other Patriots quarterback, completing 30 of 51 passes (58.8%) for 253 yards and one touchdown, but also faced six sacks.
Despite being selected as the 137th overall pick in the 2022 NFL Draft, before notable quarterbacks Sam Howell and Brock Purdy, Zappe proved his worth with impressive performances at Houston Baptist and Western Kentucky. He even set an NCAA record with 62 passing touchdowns during his sole season with the Hilltoppers in 2021.
Cunningham, an undrafted free agent from Louisville, joined the Patriots as a dual-threat player, excelling in both quarterback and wide receiver roles. Although he caught the attention of some Patriots fans with his highlight plays in the preseason, his statistics were modest, completing only 3 of 6 passes for 19 yards and running six times for 39 yards and one touchdown. Cunningham also made one reception, albeit for a loss of one yard.
If Cunningham goes unclaimed on the waiver wire, there is a possibility that he may return to the Patriots’ practice squad.
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