Drake Maye's laser-focused performance at New England Patriots training camp speaks volumes about Josh McDaniels' transformative impact. McDaniels has instilled a fundamental principle into Maye's approach: take what the defense gives you and build from there.

This article was originally published on www.si.com/nfl/patriots as Patriots' Drake Maye Must Fix This Flaw. The New England Patriots ' 2025 NFL season largely hinges on Drake Maye's improvement, as the young quarterback put forth an impressive showing during his rookie campaign last year.

2. Full pads: Vrabel said his most exciting day of camp is when the team is in full pads for the first time, because there's always an under-the-radar player who emerges. The Patriots' first full-pads practice is scheduled for Monday.

DeMario Douglas has been one of the best receivers at Patriots training camp, and a reliable target for Drake Maye.

Drake Maye is gearing up for a big sophomore season with the New England Patriots. After spending a couple of seasons in Chapel Hill under Mack Brown, he is now the signal caller for UNC's current head coach's former team, Bill Belichick.

New England Patriots' head coach Mike Vrabel and safety Jabrill Peppers share a fun, jabbing moment at Thursday's practice when Vrabel showed up in Peppers' jersey.