Zappe's star grows brighter as Patriots get back to .500

New England Patriots quarterback Bailey Zappe (4) throws a touchdown pass to tight end Hunter Henry (not shown) over Cleveland Browns defensive tackle Tommy Togiai (93) during the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Oct. 16, 2022, in Cleveland. (AP Photo/David Richard)

New England Patriots defensive tackle Davon Godchaux (92) celebrates beside linebacker Matthew Judon (9) after sacking Cleveland Browns quarterback Jacoby Brissett during the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Oct. 16, 2022, in Cleveland. (AP Photo/David Richard)

New England Patriots quarterback Bailey Zappe takes questions during a news conference after an NFL football game against the Cleveland Browns, Sunday, Oct. 16, 2022, in Cleveland. (AP Photo/Ron Schwane)

New England Patriots quarterback Bailey Zappe (4) is greeted by team owner Robert Kraft after they defeated the Cleveland Browns in an NFL football game, Sunday, Oct. 16, 2022, in Cleveland. (AP Photo/David Richard)