The Patriots gave themselves a chance to win Sunday’s game against the Colts, but costly penalties and a lack of defensive poise late led to a demoralizing, 25-24, loss.
Rookie quarterback Drake Maye showed promise once again, finishing 24 for 30 for 238 yards, a touchdown, and a somewhat fluky interception.
Here’s what the Patriots’ budding star had to say afterward:
He called it a “heartbreaking loss.”
Maye orchestrated a strong fourth-quarter drive that led to an 11-yard touchdown run from Antonio Gibson with 8:43 remaining. He hit Kayshon Boutte for a 2-point pass to give New England a 24-17 lead.