Can the Dolphins Take Advantage of Patriots’ Locker Room Discord

The New England Patriots are facing a crisis in the locker room, with frustration mounting amid a three-game losing streak.

According to Evan Lazar of the Patriots Catch-22 podcast, the team is “teetering on a mutiny” with players unhappy with their performance.

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The defense is reportedly mad at the defense, and the offense is mad at the offense, leading to a toxic atmosphere.

Wide receiver DeMario Douglas expressed regret over a moment of frustration on the field during Sunday’s loss to the San Francisco 49ers.

Douglas said he felt bad about his behavior and appreciated the support of his teammates.

The primary issue is the struggling quarterback play, with Jacoby Brissett underperforming and Drake Maye remaining on the bench.

Young receivers are reportedly throwing tantrums, questioning why they are being asked to play with a quarterback who can’t deliver the ball effectively.

The Patriots offense has been abysmal, ranking 31st in points per game, last in yards per game, and last in pass yards per game.

Brissett has been sacked 15 times and has thrown just two touchdown passes in four games.

Maye’s only appearance was in garbage time during Week 3, and there is no definitive timetable for him to take over as the starter.

NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport reported that Maye is still receiving only 30 percent of the first-team practice reps.

The Patriots are preparing to host the Miami Dolphins on Sunday, looking to end their three-game losing streak.

If things continue to go downhill, it’s unlikely they will wait until their Week 14 bye to make a change at quarterback.