New England Patriots Coach Provides Huge Report On Top QB`s Future
Patriots rookie quarterback Drake Maye sidestepped questions about his knee on Friday, stating he’s prepared to start his second game when New England faces the Jacksonville Jaguars at Wembley Stadium. Despite appearing on the injury report this week due to a knee issue, Maye, the No. 3 pick in this year’s NFL draft, said he’s “feeling good.
These last two days at practice felt great; I’m feeling good now and ready for Sunday, Maye stated during a press conference at the Harrow School.
He was a standout performer in New England’s 41-21 loss to the Houston Texans last week. Maye participated fully in practice on Wednesday and Thursday before the team departed for London, and he also practiced on Friday.He opted not to disclose when the knee issue began, saying, Injuries are something you don’t really discuss with the media, so I’m looking forward to Sunday.
When asked about whether Maye had an MRI, Patriots coach Jerod Mayo said he preferred not to discuss medical specifics.
“What I can say is I’m confident he’ll be ready to play,” Mayo stated.He noted that Maye “looks good” and has been taking most of the first-team reps during practice.
In his NFL debut, Maye threw three touchdown passes but also had three turnovers, contributing to the Patriots’ (1-5) fifth consecutive loss.
Running back Rhamondre Stevenson practiced for the first time since missing the game against Houston due to a foot injury. “I feel like I should be ready to play on Sunday, said the fourth-year running back.
Stevenson, who has averaged 4.6 yards per carry over five games, will be a game-time decision, according to Mayo. His return would be beneficial for an offense looking to emphasize the run to alleviate pressure on Maye. Stevenson’s status was marked as questionable on Friday’s injury report.
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