Drake Maye to Start for Patriots Against Texans

Drake Maye, the No. 3 overall pick, made his NFL starting debut for the New England Patriots against the Houston Texans after being promoted from a backup role amid the team's struggles. Despite a disappointing 1-4 record, Maye's debut was marked by optimism as he aimed to revitalize a stagnant offense that averaged only 12 points per game. In his first game, Maye threw for 243 yards and three touchdowns, but also recorded three turnovers. C.J. Stroud, who faced similar challenges in his rookie season, reached out to encourage Maye, emphasizing the importance of taking completions and making teammates better. While Maye faced a tough Texans defense, his escapability and potential to improve were highlighted by both coaches and teammates. The Patriots hope this change will lead to better offensive performance moving forward.