Drake Maye Tops AFC East, Enters MVP Conversation

Drake Maye has emerged as a bona fide breakout sophomore, producing roughly 1,520–1,522 passing yards, 10 touchdowns and two interceptions with a 73.2% completion rate and top-five league metrics while leading the Patriots to a 4–2 record and first place in the AFC East. He followed a clutch road performance in Buffalo with a dominant outing in New Orleans (261 yards, three TDs and a perfect first‑half passer rating) and has recorded five straight games of 200+ passing yards and a 100+ passer rating at age 23 or younger. That surge has pushed Maye into MVP conversations and shortened betting odds. Maye has repeatedly downplayed individual honors, saying he’s focused on winning and that there’s “a lot of work to do.” Patriots analysts praise his improved mechanics, deep‑ball efficiency and playmaking ability, and a favorable upcoming schedule could further bolster the team's playoff hopes.