Patriots rookie quarterback Drake Maye is questionable to return against the Chargers after being evaluated for a head injury.

The loss moved New England (3-12) into position for the No. 2 pick in the 2025 NFL Draft, something the Patriots will likely maintain with losses in the final games against Los Angeles and Buffalo. Wins in either contest would likely drop New England several spots in the draft order.

On Saturday, Maye tried to make some magic happen himself on a third-and-4 play on their first possession against the Los Angeles Chargers, as he scrambled out to his right and tried to pick up the first down with his legs.

If they’re to upset the Chargers, Drake Maye must out-duel Justin Hebert, his most common pro comparison as a draft prospect. Can he do it? Here’s what else to watch for in Foxboro: Rhamondre Stevenson and Antonio Gibson fumbled last week in Buffalo,

The New England Patriots have been extremely pleased with what they have seen from rookie quarterback Drake Maye this season. After he ended up taking over the starting job much earlier than the Patriots were planning,

The New England Patriots have received a lot more than they expected from rookie quarterback Drake Maye in his first NFL season. Not only has Maye taken over as

New England Patriots quarterback Drake Maye exited the team's matchup against the Los Angeles Chargers early after a scary hit to the head. After the hit,

T he Patriots' Week 17 game against the Chargers was off to a solid start, as the defense forced their opponent to punt on their first offensive drive. It was a much better early