Drake Maye’s 3-interception night has Patriots fans worried about one word

After the New England Patriots' Super Bowl run, fans entered the 2026 season hoping for improvement. With A.J. Brown joining the team and enhancements along the offensive line, many believed the Patriots could take a step forward. However, the fear that the team might regress lingered, particularly due to quarterback Drake Maye's performance.

Maye had an outstanding season last year, leading the NFL in several statistical categories. Despite throwing just eight interceptions, he threw three in his opening night game against the Seattle Seahawks, including one he called "unacceptable." The first interception resulted from Maye trying to force a deep throw downfield, while the second came after hesitating on a vertical route.

The third interception came after Maye struggled with protecting the football, leading to a sack from Lawrence that pressured him into a poor decision. Maye admitted that his decisions cost the Patriots the game and vowed to be better throughout the season. The losses highlighted a need for patience and discipline, as the quarterback recognized that turnovers were unacceptable.