Defenses force Drake Maye into different game since playoffs

Patriots sit 1-2 entering Week 4

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated 6h1 min read

From @TheHerd today ... Via @AlbertBreer on X

What happened: The Herd argued defenses began taking away what Maye does best during last season's playoffs. The adjustment has forced him into a different style entering 2026.

Why it matters: New England sits 1-2 entering Week 4 after Maye was replaced late in a Week 3 deficit. The slide has renewed scrutiny after his breakout 2025 campaign.

By the numbers: Maye completed 354 of 492 passes for 4,394 yards with 31 touchdowns and 8 interceptions in 17 games in 2025. New England is 1-2 entering Week 4 in 2026.

What to watch: Watch how Maye handles disguised looks in Week 4 at Buffalo.

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@AlbertBreer 2026-10-01T04:09:33.374869+00:00

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