Bill Belichick explains how Mac Jones has already gained respect during Patriots OTAs

While there was always going to be a certain level of built-in hype for Mac Jones as he goes through his initial process of joining the Patriots, the first-round pick's ability to impress some heavy-hitters in Foxborough will surely bring that hype to even higher levels. On Thursday, offensive coordinator Josh McDaniels credited Jones' command and presence within the offense and highlighted some of the reasons why New England ultimately decided to pick him at No. 15 overall earlier this spring.