Edward "Butch" Songin was the very first quarterback in Patriots history. A 1950 draft choice by the Cleveland Browns, Songin never played pro football until he was selected by the Boston Patriots in their inaugural season of 1960. He played for the Patriots for the 1960 and 1961 seasons, throwing 36 touchdowns and 24 interceptions.
Tom Brady is the starting quarterback for the 2009 New England Patriots. Brian Hoyer is the backup quarterback.
Tom Brady's worst record as a starting quarterback was in the 2002 season when he led the Patriots to a 9-7 record.
Tony Eason was the starting quarterback for the New England Patriots in Super Bowl XX. Eason was 0/6 in passing attempts. He was benched by coach Raymond Berry after the first quarter, and was replaced by backup quarterback Steve Grogan.
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The starting quarterback for the 1986 New England Patriots was Tony Eason. The backup quarterbacks were Steve Grogan and Tom Ramsey.
Drew Bledsoe was the Patriots starting QB before Tom Brady.
The New England Patriots have never had a mute quarterback/player on their roster.
Quarterback Jim Plunkett was the Patriots first round draft choice in 1971 and was the starting quarterback for the Raiders in Super Bowls XV and XVIII.
The starting quarterback for the 1985 New England Patriots was Tony Eason. The back up quarterback was Steve Grogan.
Tom Brady was a backup quarterback in the NCAA. Brady was picked late in the draft because he was thought to have little significance. Look at him now.
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Drew Bledsoe.