CHICAGO -- New England Patriots teammates and coaches credited rookie quarterback Drake Maye for addressing the offense after a sloppy practice last week, which they said reflected his role as an evolving leader and served as a catalyst leading up to Sunday's 19-3 win over No. 1 overall pick Caleb Williams and the Chicago Bears.
"Everybody loved it, man. We need that from our starting quarterback," rookie wide receiver Ja'Lynn Polk said. "Everybody wants to be held to a certain standard on this team. ...
"After that practice, I said, 'You're a leader on this team, and don't be afraid to take that next step of being vocal and telling us the things we need to do.