Maye led NFL quarterbacks in deep-pass rating in 2025

A.J. Brown leads all players in deep touchdown catches since 2022.

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated Sep 31 min read

Drake Maye posted a QB rating of 131.0 on deep passes in 2025. The best in the NFL. No player has more TD catches on de Via @FieldYates on X

What happened: Drake Maye posted a 131.0 quarterback rating on deep passes during the 2025 season. Brown has caught more touchdowns on deep passes than any player over the past four seasons.

Why it matters: The pairing brings together an efficient deep passer and the league's most productive deep-touchdown receiver over that span.

By the numbers: Maye: 131.0 QB rating on deep passes in 2025. Brown: NFL leader in deep-pass touchdown catches from 2022 through 2025.

What to watch: Their downfield connection remains a focal point entering the 2026 season.

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@FieldYates 2026-09-03T18:14:52.481043+00:00

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