The New England Patriots are considering using rookie Malik Cunningham in a versatile role similar to how Taysom Hill is utilized by the New Orleans Saints. During the preseason opener, Cunningham participated in 10 snaps as a receiver and 17 snaps as a quarterback. This kind of dual role is uncommon, with only Taysom Hill being a notable example in 2022.
The Patriots could opt to use Cunningham as a multi-position weapon, potentially sending their starting quarterback, Mac Jones, to the sideline on occasion. This strategy aims to keep opposing defenses off balance and make game preparation more challenging for them.
Malik Cunningham’s role and potential Taysom Hill-like usage could provide the Patriots with additional offensive options and flexibility during the upcoming season. The team’s next opportunity to observe Cunningham’s performance in this role will be during the upcoming preseason game.
