"Maye's head bounced off the ground, and he exited for a time as he was evaluated (eventually returning to the field). Still, despite the prevailing opinion that the 23-year-old quarterback should be a little more careful with the contact he takes from opposing defenses, former Patriots star Ty Law doesn't see an issue. "That's why we love Drake Maye," Law said of the young QB's style during a Tuesday appearance on WEEI."
""I love the way he's playing football," Law reiterated. "It's inevitable, you're going to get hit. Sometimes, you can get hurt. But we're going to be successful here in New England [based] on how he plays." Law acknowledged that Maye "doesn't alway slide" when he scrambles, and could potentially do that more. One reason: Sliding "is a weapon in itself.""
Drake Maye has helped the Patriots build a four-game winning streak while combining passing production with effective rushing. Maye has passed for 1,744 yards in seven games and rushed for 200 yards this season. During a 31-13 win over the Titans, Maye briefly exited after a hard hit by Tennessee defender Roger McCreary that caused his head to hit the ground; he was evaluated and later returned. Some critics urge greater self-protection when scrambling, recommending more frequent use of sliding as both a safety measure and a tactical weapon. Team success remains tied closely to Maye's style of play.
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