"The season may be only three games old, but signs of second-year growth from New England Patriots quarterback Drake Maye are flashing right before our eyes. Even though Maye and the Patriots have lost two of their first three games, they've outplayed their opponents in all three games, with turnovers and penalties the prime factors in the losses to Las Vegas and Pittsburgh."
"Through Week 3, Maye is fifth in the NFL in passing yards with 785, averaging just over 260 per game. He's thrown for more yards than Patrick Mahomes, Josh Allen, and Jordan Love. The Patriots' signal-caller is earning the respect of his teammates and his coaches, and he's getting a firm grasp on Josh McDaniels' offense. #Patriots QB Drake Maye among NFL QBs (via @FantasyPtsData):🔹5 Passing Touchdowns (T-4th)🔹785 Passing Yards (5th)🔹81.1% Catchable Throw Rate (3rd)🔹72.6% Completion Rate (2nd)🔹83.8% Adjusted Completion Rate (2nd)🔹9.4% Completion Over Expectation (1st)The future. pic.twitter.com/DyD9qRZjYg- Carlos A. Lopez (@LosTalksPats) September 23, 2025"
"While Maye still needs to clean up some of the turnovers - he has two interceptions and a lost fumble in three games - it's clear the Patriots have their quarterback of the present and the future. Thanks to a rebuilt offensive line, Maye looks less skittish in the pocket. Even though he's been sacked 12 times, many of those were coverage sacks."
Drake Maye has exhibited notable second-year growth, ranking fifth in passing yards through Week 3 with 785 yards and averaging just over 260 per game. He has five passing touchdowns and strong efficiency metrics, including a high catchable throw rate and completion percentages. Turnovers and penalties have played major roles in two losses despite the offense outplaying opponents. Maye has two interceptions and a lost fumble in three games. A rebuilt offensive line has reduced pocket skittishness, though he has been sacked 12 times, many as coverage sacks. New England's rushing attack remains inconsistent and needs improvement.
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