Overview
- New England erased an 11-point fourth-quarter deficit to top Baltimore 28-24 on Sunday Night Football, securing its postseason spot.
- Drake Maye went 31-of-44 for 380 yards with two touchdowns and added 25 rushing yards, offsetting an interception and a lost fumble.
- Patriots insider Mike Reiss noted Maye’s efficiency from the 12:44 mark of the fourth quarter elevated the entire team after earlier inconsistency.
- ESPN’s Ryan Clark praised Maye’s resiliency and growth, while Dan Orlovsky called him the NFL’s best in-the-pocket quarterback.
- With two regular-season games remaining, New England targets the AFC East race next at the Jets as coaches emphasize adjustments and depth management.