Patriots OC addresses Kurt Warner’s worries about Drake Maye
Retired quarterback and Pro Football Hall of Famer Kurt Warner recently expressed concerns about New England Patriots’ Drake Maye. Warner highlighted that Maye, in his second year as a quarterback, relies heavily on “backyard football” tactics. This comment was made during a midweek appearance on “The Rich Eisen Show.”
McDaniels Responds to Warner’s Concerns
On Thursday, Patriots offensive coordinator Josh McDaniels addressed Warner’s remarks. He noted that players like Maye often “make a play” when needed. McDaniels explained that sometimes players need to extend plays when either the offensive design falls short or the defense disrupts their strategy. This, he mentioned, is frequently discussed with quarterbacks.
Maye’s Performance Against Buffalo Bills
Maye demonstrated his playmaking ability during the Patriots’ 23-20 win over the previously unbeaten Buffalo Bills. Notably, he completed 13 of 14 passes, accumulating 184 yards in the final two quarters. This performance set the stage for Andres Borregales to secure the victory with a last-second field goal.
Quarterback’s Development and Stats
Kurt Warner advises that Maye should improve his ability to operate within the pocket. McDaniels, however, isn’t overly worried about Maye’s off-script tendencies, acknowledging some successful decisions made in recent games.
- Maye ranks seventh in the NFL for combined passing and rushing yards: 1,371 yards this season.
- He is tied for 10th in the league with nine combined passing and rushing touchdowns.
Upcoming Game Against the Saints
This weekend, the Patriots, holding a 3-2 record, face the New Orleans Saints, who stand at 1-4. As of Friday, ESPN BET lists the Patriots as 3.5-point favorites for the road game. Maye aims to build on his successful Week 5 performance in this matchup.
