Drake Maye's blunt response to Bills DB disrespecting Efton Chism

New England Patriots quarterback Drake Maye chose to respond calmly when questioned about Buffalo Bills safety C.J. Gardner-Johnson's postgame remarks directed at rookie wide receiver Efton Chism. Chism had just scored a game-winning touchdown on a remarkable one-handed catch. Following the game, Gardner-Johnson labeled Chism as an "elevated guy" whose catch was unlikely to be repeated.

Maye was questioned about the comment during an appearance on WEEI's Rich and Ken with Ted Johnson. "Nah, I won't say too much about that," Maye stated. "I think, obviously, we got the last laugh yesterday, and we'll see them again down the road. So we'll see where it goes then." Patriots coach Mike Vrabel took a distinct approach when asked about Gardner-Johnson's comments.

"For a guy that's been on eight teams in four years? I mean, I guess he knows the drill," Vrabel remarked during an appearance on The Greg Hill Show. The Patriots and Bills are scheduled to face each other again in Week 13 at Gillette Stadium. Gardner-Johnson's remarks could provide engaging promotional material for the anticipated 2026 rematch in the highly competitive AFC East rivalry.