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Yahoo Sports NFL fantasy football takes on Drake Maye
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All Yahoo Sports NFL insights about Drake Maye
PositiveRoleJul 19, 2026
Drake Maye built chemistry with A.J. Brown during the offseason, getting together with Brown and other Patriot pass catchers in North Carolina to develop their connection ahead of the 2026 season.PositiveProjectionJul 19, 2026
Drake Maye earned nominations for both Best NFL Player and Best Breakthrough Athlete at the ESPY Awards following his successful sophomore campaign, though he did not win either award.PositiveProjectionJul 17, 2026
Quarterback ranked No. 1 player in the NFL to build a franchise around; preseason QB ranking No. 6 and top-10 overall QB ranking (No. 10 by Colin Cowherd); building chemistry with A.J. Brown in offseason.NegativeProjectionJul 14, 2026
Entering his third season after leading a 4-13 team to the Super Bowl and narrowly missing MVP (one vote), Maye is positioned to build on last season's foundation with offensive coordinator Josh McDaniels. Quarterbacks coach Ashton Grant emphasized the focus on "weaponizing Drake's mind" and developing him as an operator of the offense rather than just a thrower. McDaniels noted Maye "knows a hell of a lot more than he did last year at this time" and has shown progress in mental processing, dealing with increased offensive tempo and pressure during spring practices. However, Maye has been a concern for head injuries throughout his first two years in the league; beyond suffering a concussion as a rookie, he underwent two sideline evaluations in 2025 after hitting his head on the turf against the Steelers in Week 3 and the Titans in Week 7, with Dobbs making a brief appearance in Tennessee, signaling that backup readiness is critical for the Patriots.