It was another eventful year in Boston sports in 2025 — headlined by the Patriots’ miraculous turnaround, Jayson Tatum’s devastating injury, Roman Anthony’s arrival, and Brad Marchand’s exit.
So what’s in store for 2026? Here’s a look at some of our bold predictions for 2026.
Drake Maye wins NFL MVP
Not sure how “bold” this take is anymore, especially given the recent odds.
Still, it’s an achievement in and of itself that Drake Maye — who entered the season as a promising youngster with plenty of room to grow — could be well in line to become the seventh second-year pro to win league NFL, joining elite company that includes Patrick Mahomes, Lamar Jackson, Kurt Warner, Dan Marino, Earl Campbell, and Jim Brown.