COMMENTARY
If there was any weight placed upon Drake Maye’s shoulders on Sunday night, the Patriots’ young quarterback wasn’t showing it while fielding questions from Highmark Stadium.
Yes, Sunday marked the most consequential game of the 23-year-old QB’s career.
A primetime matchup. On the road. Against the reigning NFL MVP and the lone undefeated team left in the league.
For some, those circumstances would represent the sizable hurdle amid a promising — albeit uneven — 2025 season.
But for Maye, it represented opportunity.
“Take the next step,” Maye said of his approach entering Sunday’s game.