Patriots rookie QB Behren Morton steps in to punt against Eagles
4 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 23, 2026, 5:24 PM
Last updated Aug 23, 2026
In a special teams play during the second quarter against the Philadelphia Eagles, the New England Patriots utilized rookie quarterback Behren Morton to replace punter Bryce Baringer. Morton, who previously served as a specialist in high school, successfully executed a 48-yard punt. The Patriots are exploring options for punting depth, indicating that Morton might be an emergency backup if needed. This play came amid ongoing evaluation of the special teams unit.
- •Behren Morton punted 48 yards during the game.
- •The play occurred in the second quarter against the Eagles.
- •Morton has experience as a specialist from high school.
- •Patriots are assessing their punting options.
- •Bryce Baringer was the starting punter before this play.
- 5:24 PMYahoo Sports — Patriots rookie quarterback shows off surprising ability during NFL pre-season game against the Eagles
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- 12:35 AMYahoo Sports — Patriots rookie QB replaces punter on special teams play
"Patriots rookie Behren Morton put on a double act in the pre-season win over the Eagles. The quarterback was called on as an emergency punter, then won the game under centre.
"Patriots rookie Behren Morton received an unexpected crash course before handling quarterback and punting duties against the Eagles.
"As a rookie seventh-round draft pick, Patriots quarterback Behren Morton is no lock to make the 53-man roster.
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External links- Yahoo SportsAug 23, 2026, 5:24 PMPatriots rookie quarterback shows off surprising ability during NFL pre-season game against the Eagles
Patriots rookie Behren Morton put on a double act in the pre-season win over the Eagles. The quarterback was called on as an emergency punter, then won the game under centre.
- Yahoo SportsAug 23, 2026, 8:54 AMPatriots rookie QB Behren Morton fills in at punter, then throws game-winning TD
As a rookie seventh-round draft pick, Patriots quarterback Behren Morton is no lock to make the 53-man roster.
- Yahoo SportsAug 23, 2026, 3:06 AMPatriots Rookie QB Reveals Story Behind Surprise Punting Role
Patriots rookie Behren Morton received an unexpected crash course before handling quarterback and punting duties against the Eagles.
- Yahoo SportsAug 23, 2026, 12:35 AMPatriots rookie QB replaces punter on special teams play
The Patriots brought in rookie quarterback Behren Morton to punt on special teams.
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