On Wednesday morning, Patriots head coach Jerod Mayo confirmed reports that rookie quarterback Drake Maye was being promoted to starting quarterback for his team’s Week 6 game against the Houston Texans (4-1).
Shortly after Mayo’s scheduled press conference, his new QB1 stepped to the podium to meet with the media for the first time with his new title.
“I think it’s a great opportunity,” said Maye. “It’s something you dream of, getting your first start in the NFL. I’m really excited to get out there with the guys, take advantage of having the full week to get prepared, and try to put my best foot forward to help the team win.”
After showing flashes of brilliance against both the Eagles and Commanders during the preseason, Maye was put on ice the first two weeks of the regular season. He then made an appearance as the quarterback for the final series of the game in a 24-3 blowout loss against the Jets, before another two weeks …