New England Patriots quarterback Drake Maye is on a mission this season, proving he can be a franchise talent. His early success suggests he may even be a top-tier quarterback.
After New England defeated the New Orleans Saints 25-19 on Sunday, Boston Sports Journal Patriots writer Greg A. Bedard believes Maye might soon make a push in the MVP race.
“If he does this for the rest of the year, he’s headed for a top-five MVP season,” Bedard said on Sunday, via Patriots on CLNS.
Maye significantly impacted the NFL landscape when the Patriots traveled to Buffalo last week and handed the undefeated Bills their first loss of the season. He passed for 273 yards and led New England on a crucial game-winning drive.
The 23-year-old quarterback continued his impressive play against the Saints, throwing for 261 yards and three touchdowns. He has now reached 1,522 passing yards and 10 touchdowns this season, with just two interceptions.
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Maye has quickly turned a Patriots team that managed just four wins last season into a formidable contender, leading them to four victories in the first six weeks of the current season. If he continues to perform at this level, he will definitely emerge as a serious candidate in the MVP race.
