New England Patriots rookie Drake Maye left Week 8 early with a concussion but could be back earlier than initially anticipated.
Despite being unable to return against the New York Jets after hitting his head, Maye has been practicing in a limited capacity ahead of Week 9 and is attempting to clear the NFL's five-step process to return, per Jeremy Fowler. Should he be cleared ahead of Week 9, Maye would manage to not skip a game. If he is not cleared to return, Jacoby Brissett will be back under center.
In Maye's absence, Brissett lifted the offense in his return to the field and guided the team to a 25-22 upset win over the Jets.