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Drake Maye’s MVP Push Gains Rival Praise as Kraft Credits Josh McDaniels

Efficient passing paired with timely rushing has propelled New England to an 8-2 start.

Drake Maye has been a legitimate MVP candidate so far this year.
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Nov 13, 2025; Foxborough, Massachusetts, USA; New England Patriots quarterback Drake Maye (10) makes a pass during the first half against the New York Jets at Gillette Stadium. Mandatory Credit: David Butler II-Imagn Images
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Overview

  • Patriots owner Robert Kraft said offensive coordinator Josh McDaniels deserves a lot of credit for tailoring the scheme to elevate Maye.
  • Falcons defensive coordinator Jeff Ulbrich compared Maye to a younger Josh Allen while preparing to face New England, per ESPN reporting.
  • Since Week 6 of 2024, Maye leads the NFL with 678 rushing yards on scrambles, 101 more than Justin Herbert.
  • Through 10 games this season, Maye has 2,555 passing yards with 19 touchdowns and five interceptions, plus 283 rushing yards and two rushing scores.
  • By Week 9, Maye logged his eighth game with 200-plus passing yards and a 100-plus passer rating, a feat previously achieved only in MVP seasons by Tom Brady, Peyton Manning and Aaron Rodgers.