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Drake Maye Steers Patriots Past Dolphins 33-27 With Efficient, Turnover-Free Showcase

The performance underscored early gains in command with improved protection under Mike Vrabel’s staff.

Running back Rhamondre Stevenson (right) was the Patriots' leading rusher and receiver, and ran in for a 2-point conversion to give New England 23-20 lead in the third quarter.
New England Patriots' Drake Maye hands off to Rhamondre Stevenson during the half of an NFL football game against the Miami Dolphins Sunday, Sept. 14, 2025, in Miami Gardens, Fla. (AP Photo/Rebecca Blackwell)
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New Englands Patriots quarterback Drake Maye (10) pumps his fist as celebrates running back Rhamondre Stevenson (not shown) scoring a two-point conversion during an NFL football game against the Miami Dolphins, Saturday, Sept. 14, 2025, in Miami Gardens, Fla. (AP Photo/Doug Murray)

Overview

  • Maye went 19-of-23 for 230 yards with two touchdown passes and added a six-yard rushing score.
  • The win moved New England to 1-1 and drew public praise from linemen Garrett Bradbury and Morgan Moses for Maye’s poise and command.
  • Pass protection stabilized as Maye faced pressure on 19.4% of dropbacks, with initial charting crediting the offensive line with only one hurry allowed.
  • Antonio Gibson delivered a 90-yard kickoff-return touchdown in the fourth quarter to put the Patriots back in front.
  • Discipline lagged with 15 penalties, 12 accepted for 75 yards, an issue Mike Vrabel said the team must fix despite the victory.