Maye's balancing act: learning to mix aggression with smart decision-making
Patriots quarterback Drake Maye is navigating the tough line between aggressive play and disciplined decision-making, as Vrabel and McDaniels push him to be decisive without sacrificing risk-taking. After early interceptions that echoed last season's impatience, Maye and the coaching staff emphasize checking down to keep drives alive, aiming for the growth path exemplified by Josh Allen while maturing into a more consistent game manager who can still strike when the right opportunity arises.
