Drake Maye, the rookie quarterback for the New England Patriots, appeared on the injury report for the first time with a knee injury. However, offensive coordinator Alex Van Pelt believes there is no reason for concern as Maye looked good during practice as a full participant. Maye made his first NFL start in a recent game against the Texans where he threw three touchdown passes but also turned the ball over three times.
Van Pelt praised Maye’s natural leadership and intelligence, as well as his impressive work ethic in studying plays and adjusting on the field. While there is still a learning curve for the young quarterback, Van Pelt is optimistic about Maye’s progress and development. He highlighted the difference in Maye’s performance from Week 1 to now, noting his ability to make quick decisions and adjustments on the field.
Despite his youth at 22 years old, Maye’s approach to meetings and practices has impressed the coaching staff, and he has shown potential for growth and success in the NFL. Van Pelt mentioned that Maye’s time spent watching and learning from the team’s previous quarterback, Jacoby Brissett, has also been beneficial in his development. As Maye continues to gain experience and adapt to the speed of the NFL game, the Patriots are hopeful for his future as a key player on the team.
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