Perry's Draft Grade: Pats get potential top 5 QB in Drake Maye originally appeared on NBC Sports Boston
The wait is over.
With the third overall pick in the 2024 NFL Draft, the New England Patriots selected quarterback Drake Maye out of UNC. The move came as little surprise given the team's obvious need for a QB, though there was speculation about a potential trade down the draft board.
Nevertheless, Maye will be the key to the Patriots' rebuild under the post-Bill Belichick regime. While the 21-year-old could sit behind veteran signal-caller Jacoby Brissett to begin his NFL career, he'll be counted on to help New England regain its reputation as a perennial contender when he's ready to take the field.