Drake Maye, the third overall pick in the 2024 NFL Draft, is emerging as a serious contender for the New England Patriots' starting quarterback position after outperforming veteran Jacoby Brissett in recent preseason games. Despite initially being expected to learn behind Brissett, Maye's performance has prompted head coach Jerod Mayo to reconsider the starting role, stating, 'We still don’t know right now' who will start. In training camp, Maye has begun to take snaps with the first team, albeit without throwing the ball, which has raised questions about the coaching staff's approach. The Patriots are focused on developing young talent, and Maye's connection with receivers like Ja’Lynn Polk and his overall progression are now more significant than win-loss records. As the preseason finale approaches, the competition between Maye and Brissett remains intense, with the possibility that an impressive performance from Maye could lead to a shift in starting roles. Overall, the Patriots seem to be cautiously optimistic about Maye's potential as a future franchise quarterback.