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Why Drake Maye’s toughness impresses Brian Hoyer and David Andrews more than his play

Drake Maye didn’t have the most efficient game ever in the Patriots’ overtime loss to the Tennessee Titans (two interceptions, one fumble lost) last Sunday. But his incredible game-saving play at the end of regulation has reinforced what veteran receiver Kendrick Bourne already knew.

“This guy is one-of-one,” Bourne told “The Quick Snap” podcast on Monday after the game.

The numbers suggest Bourne might well be right.

Maye is already having a singular opening season, becoming the first rookie since the 1970 merger to have five passing touchdowns and more than 200 yards rushing in his first five starts.