originally appeared on Athlon Sports.
The New England Patriots are entering a new era for one of the winningest teams of the 21st century.
Mike Vrabel was hired to steer New England in the right direction following a disappointing backend of Bill Belichick's tenure as head coach and a disastrous single season of Jerod Mayo at the helm.
One of the most important tasks he has been given is the development of the former third overall pick in the 2024 NFL Draft, Drake Maye.
Maye showed flashes throughout his rookie season of franchise quarterback traits, but the team around him was so awful that it was difficult to see just what he was capable of on a weekly basis.