What happened: Drake Maye said Thursday he needs to elevate his play and get back to the kind of accuracy that leaves him close to completing every pass. The New England Patriots quarterback made the assessment ahead of the club's afternoon practice.

Why it matters: Quarterback play is the central variable for a New England offense trying to rebound early in the regular season under Josh McDaniels. It lands a week after Maye's game-ending interception cut off a comeback bid, putting extra weight on how quickly the passing game sharpens.

What to watch: Maye's next practice work and McDaniels' Thursday remarks should offer the next read on any adjustment to New England's passing attack. The next game will show whether the push for cleaner accuracy carries into live action.