"The New England Patriots were destined to fall from their pedestal after Tom Brady either chose to leave (which he did) or retire, especially since Bill Belichick failed to have a proper succession plan, and that's exactly what happened. They experimented with some quarterbacks, Cam Newton at first, and used the 15th overall pick in the draft on Mac Jones, neither of whom turned out well."
"Although mostly everyone outside New England celebrated their downfall over the last five years, the Bills being the most notable, Maye and the addition of Mike Vrabel have ensured that wouldn't last any longer, as they currently lead the league with an 11-2 record, all on the back of a 23-year-old quarterback on the brink of winning the MVP award in his second season."
"While discussing the Patriots' latest win over the Giants on Monday Night Football, Cowherd spoke about how great Maye has already shown to be, even going as far as labeling him an "all-timer," meaning he is one of very few quarterbacks who come into the league and show all the traits of someone who will be around and successful for a long time."
Tom Brady's departure exposed a lack of succession planning, prompting the Patriots to try quarterbacks like Cam Newton and Mac Jones without success. The team selected Drake Maye with the third overall pick and hired Mike Vrabel, moves that rapidly reversed the franchise's decline. Maye, a 23-year-old quarterback, has propelled the Patriots to an 11-2 record and appears poised for MVP consideration in his second season. The combination of Maye's performance and Vrabel's leadership has reestablished New England as an elite team and altered competitive dynamics across the league.
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