"Both quarterbacks are smooth operators in the pocket with high-end escapability and the ability to make every throw on the field. Their height and overall cool demeanors are also eerily similar."
"Maye's performance in the second half of that Week 5 win at Buffalo is what cemented the Patriots' young quarterback as a rising star, and what ultimately launched the team's run to the Super Bowl. Maye stiff-armed defensive tackles, created plays off-script, and made one throw to Stefon Diggs while scrambling toward the right sideline that was vintage Allen."
"Gilliam, who spent six seasons with Allen and the Bills, told reporters during his introduction at the Patriots' facility on Thursday that he met with Maye and was blown away by the 6-foot-4, 230-pound QB's size. He then delivered the money quote: 'Has a lot of the same qualities as Josh.'"
Drake Maye, the New England Patriots' franchise quarterback, has drawn comparisons to two elite NFL players after 33 starts. The primary comparison is Justin Herbert due to their similar smooth pocket presence, high-end escapability, ability to make all throws, comparable height, and cool demeanor. A second popular comparison to Josh Allen emerged after Maye's strong second-half performance against Buffalo in Week 5, where he stiff-armed defenders, created off-script plays, and made spectacular throws while scrambling. Reggie Gilliam, a new Patriots fullback who spent six seasons with Allen and the Bills, reinforced the Allen comparison by noting Maye's impressive size and stating he possesses many of Allen's qualities.
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