"Drake Maye might technically be near the end of his second season with the New England Patriots, but he didn't get his first start as a rookie until Week 6, so he's only been a starter in 25 games so far, just over the 17 games of a regular season. So there is a lot still for him to learn and overcome in his young career, and he might get a good dose of that against the Giants this week."
"Brian Burns goes into this game with the second-most sacks this season, with 13, and could have an easy time extending that this week. Alongside the veteran is notable rookie Abdul Carter, whom the Patriots had their eye on in the first round of this year's draft. He has brought a lot of pressure on opposing quarterbacks this season, recording 38 in 12 games."
Drake Maye has started only 25 games so far after not starting as a rookie until Week 6, leaving substantial experience to gain. The Giants enter with a 2-10 record but could have their rookie starting quarterback available, adding concern for the Patriots' defense. The Patriots may also be without starting left tackle Will Campbell and left guard Jared Wilson, forcing backups into key roles. The Giants' defensive front features high-impact pass rushers, including Brian Burns (13 sacks), Abdul Carter (38 pressures in 12 games), and Dexter Lawrence (25 pressures), with Kayvon Thibodeaux possibly returning. Those matchups create significant pressure on New England's offense and its replacement linemen.
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