The New England Patriots impressed a rival NFL executive with their decision to select Drake Maye with the No. 3 pick of the 2024 draft.
"He's such a stud," the anonymous executive told The Athletic's Jeff Howe. "They absolutely nailed that pick. They were patient in the draft, waited and got their guy. That was awesome. He's got such a powerful arm. That arm is the real deal.
"He's a leader, just a great person. They got the right guy."
The New York Giants offered the Patriots a package including the No.