Any young quarterback going into their second NFL season is expected to have a second-year jump, or a second-year slump, and that was exactly what the conversation was surrounding Drake Maye with the Patriots for the 2025 season. Based on what we saw from him as a rookie, it seemed fair to assume he would have the ultimate jump, and he has proven that to be true through just six games.
His performance so far this season has reignited the conversation surrounding the Patriots' potential playoff run this year, even if that still feels premature. But Maye is playing at an unreal level right now, with his production matching the likes of Tom Brady and now, Patrick Mahomes.