The New England Patriots have made a significant move in the 2024 NFL Draft by selecting North Carolina quarterback Drake Maye with the No. 3 overall pick.
PATRIOTS TAKE UNC QB DRAKE MAYE WITH THE NO. 3 PICK 👏
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Led by head coach Jerod Mayo and director of scouting Eliot Wolf, the Patriots are hoping that Maye will become their franchise quarterback and lead them to success in the coming years.
This decision marks a new era for the team, as they seek to find their heir apparent to the legendary Tom Brady.
Maye, standing at 6-foot-4 and weighing 223 pounds, brings enviable arm talent and the ability to make tight-window throws.
The New England Patriots made a significant move in their first offseason under the leadership of head coach Jerod Mayo and director of scouting Eliot Wolf. They selected quarterback Drake Maye from North Carolina with the third overall pick in the 2024 NFL Draft.
The team’s previous attempt at drafting a first-round quarterback, Mac Jones, did not pan out, but they believe Maye shows more promise.
Maye, standing at 6-foot-4 and weighing 223 pounds, possesses the size and arm talent that the Patriots value.
He has the ability to fit the ball into tight windows with velocity and can vary his throw speeds when necessary.
Maye’s toughness is evident as he stands strong in the pocket against pressure and is willing to take hits to make throws. He also has the ability to escape pressure and make plays with his legs.
During his time as the starter at UNC, Maye threw for nearly 8,000 yards with 62 touchdowns and 16 interceptions. His numbers dipped in 2023 after losing his top receiving targets, but he still showcased big-play ability. Maye is known for his fearlessness in the pocket, making tight-window throws that impress scouts.
However, his gunslinger mentality can sometimes lead to risky decisions, and he needs to work on his accuracy and throwing motion. Despite these areas of improvement, Maye’s physical gifts, competitive drive, and intelligence make him a promising prospect in the NFL.
Maye joins a New England QB room that includes veteran Jacoby Brissett, who will provide guidance and flexibility if the coaching staff believes the rookie needs more time to develop. The Patriots’ skill positions may not be as strong as other teams, but Maye’s arm talent gives him the ability to succeed even without elite playmakers.
His toughness, willingness to stand in the pocket under pressure, and athleticism make him an enticing talent as he transitions to the NFL. While he has areas to improve, including accuracy and decision-making, his physical gifts and competitive drive position him well for the professional league.
It will be exciting to see how Maye’s career unfolds in New England.
Fans reacted as follows:
He looks like a patriots quarterback. 😂😂😂
— Eric B (@ebiz42) April 26, 2024
Congratulations to new england
— KOOSH ⚡ (@nftkoosh) April 26, 2024
Theyll never win another championship sadly
— Ellis Island 23 🏝️ (@3onEllis) April 26, 2024
Just as a quarterback leads the team, a marketer leads the brand. Be visionary, be decisive, and drive your team to success. #NFLDraft
— Carlos Gil (@carlosgil83) April 26, 2024
Just a more handsome Mac
— Lost Tribe Sports (@LostTribeSports) April 26, 2024
Literally looks like Mac jones
— Matt Downs (@cmattdowns) April 26, 2024
The true Patriot way lol, believe in him way more than Mac
— Seasoned HEEL (@HOLLYWOODGHEE_) April 26, 2024
Patriots need something. Anything.
— HungryGames2000 (@HungryGames2000) April 26, 2024
That's wonderful choice
— Mae6ix (@Mae6ix) April 26, 2024
