The New England Patriots began their game against the Buffalo Bills with a strong performance. Their defense effectively limited Josh Allen, while Drake Maye was carving through the Bills’ defense. However, they were unable to maintain that level of play.
The Bills got it together after falling behind 14-0, eventually escaping with yet another win.
Maye made some rookie mistakes, and the team’s clock management and playcalling were questionable again.
Despite all the miscues, Maye likes what he’s seeing right now.
Following the loss, the former first-round pick claimed he was proud to be a Patriot and added that they’re building something special there.
Maye has shown flashes of excellent play in his rookie season. While he’s certainly made some mistakes, that’s typical for a first-year quarterback. The key is to see growth and progress, which he has demonstrated.
As for the rest of the team, there may be some evaluations to make in the offseason. There’s a need for talent on both sides of the ball, and some are questioning whether Jerod Mayo is the right person to lead the team. Reports about Mayo’s job security have been mixed, with some suggesting that he may be coaching for his future in the final weeks of the regular season.
