Commentary
Since Drake Maye arrived in Foxborough, one of the main questions surrounding the young quarterback was: when would he be ready to start games for the Patriots?
Some believed he should have started right away, while others endorsed giving Maye more time to develop by having him watch and learn behind Jacoby Brissett.
New England ripped the band-aid off and played Maye against the Texans on Sunday. They were desperate for good news after losing four straight games and dealing with several off-the-field distractions. Mayo said he just felt it was the right time.