How long should Drake Maye's leash be with Patriots if he continues to stink it up?
A year after finishing as NFL MVP runner-up and leading New England to a stunning Super Bowl appearance, Drake Maye has become the league’s biggest turnover machine over three weeks. Sunday’s 35-6 blowout loss to Jacksonville was the nadir: 14-of-25 passing for 199 yards, zero touchdowns, two interceptions, and a fumble that saw him simply lose his […] The post How long should Drake Maye's leash…
Drake Maye, who once led the New England Patriots to a Super Bowl appearance, has transformed into the league's most turnover-prone quarterback in recent weeks. After finishing as the NFL MVP runner-up last year, Maye has struggled early in the 2026 season, throwing seven interceptions and a fumble in just three games. His poor performance, including a 58.6 passer rating and a drop in completion percentage, has raised concerns about his future with the team.
While benching Maye outright may be too hasty, the team should allow him to finish out the season as the starter while implementing stricter discipline. The real decision-making process should happen in the offseason if the issues persist.
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