Also touching base on Drake Maye’s successful first start, the potential of Matthew Poitras, and the importance of the Maine Strong Memorial Softball tournament.
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Patriots Coach Jerod Mayo flags team for lack of support in QB Drake Maye’s debut
Commentary: The rookie quarterback’s first NFL start was solid, but it was not helped by penalties, missed tackles, dropped passes and a shaky offensive line.
Drake Maye has an encouraging first start for the Patriots in a loss to the Texans
Drake Maye’s performance in the New England Patriots’ 41-21 loss to the Houston Texans provided a jolt of energy for a 1-5 team
Patriots fall to Texans in quarterback Drake Maye’s first start
Maye throws for 243 yards and three touchdowns in New England’s 41-21.
Drake Maye bringing ‘renewed sense of energy’ as he takes over as Patriots QB
The rookie quarterback is taking over for Jacoby Brissett for Sunday’s game against the Houston Texans.
Patriots showing faith in rookie quarterback, new starter Drake Maye
Offensive coordinator Alex Van Pelt says he is ‘on board,’ and Jacoby Brissett – while disappointed at getting benched – shows his support.
Patriots’ coach explains decision to elevate Drake Maye to starting QB
Coach Jerod Mayo benched Jacoby Brissett, saying ‘Drake gives us the best chance to win now and going forward.’
Patriots benching Jacoby Brissett for rookie Drake Maye in Week 6
Maye, the No. 3 overall pick in the NFL draft, will start for New England on Sunday against the Texans.
Patriots have not considered changing offensive play-caller
Despite New England’s issues reaching the end zone, Alex Van Pelt will continue to call the plays.
Patriots captain Jabrill Peppers arrested on assault, strangulation, drug charges
Peppers is accused of attacking a girlfriend and possession of a Class “B” substance.