""Maye is making a leap in every sense of the word. He's fourth in EPA per dropback this season after ranking 22nd last season. He is among the most improved quarterbacks from Year 1 to Year 2 across the board. I examined the 89 quarterbacks in NFL history who were qualified passers in both their first and second years of their careers. Here's where his jumps rank: Second in yards per attempt improvement (+2.3) behind 2013 Nick Foles Sixth in passing yards per game improvement (+78.8) and best since 1994 Drew Bledsoe Sixth in win percentage improvement (+.528) Fourth in ANY/A+ improv"
"Maye had a solid 2024 rookie season with a 66 percent completion percentage, 15 touchdown passes, and 10 interceptions with a poor supporting cast. In 2025, aided by solid offseason shopping by head coach Mike Vrabel in free agency and the draft, Maye has taken his game to a new level. He currently leads all NFL quarterbacks with a lofty 74.1 percent completion percentage along with 2,285 yards, 17 touchdowns, and only four interceptions in nine games. This performance has landed him squarely in the NFL's MVP discussion, and has helped place the Patriots in a solid position to land a playoff berth."
Drake Maye improved markedly from his 2024 rookie year into 2025, raising his completion percentage from 66% to 74.1% while reducing interceptions. Maye accumulated 2,285 passing yards, 17 touchdowns, and just four interceptions through nine games. Offseason additions by head coach Mike Vrabel strengthened the supporting cast and contributed to the leap. Advanced metrics place Maye among the most improved second-year quarterbacks, with major jumps in EPA per dropback and yards-per-attempt. Historical comparisons rank his year-to-year improvements among the top second-year increases in NFL history. His play has placed him squarely in MVP conversations and boosted playoff hopes.
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