Patriots QB Drake Maye ranked second by veteran Brian Hoyer and eyes A.J. Brown partnership

Retired quarterback Brian Hoyer placed New England Patriots quarterback Drake Maye second in his top‑five NFL quarterback list, saying Maye’s leadership and recent performance merit the spot ahead of recent MVP winners Josh Allen, Lamar Jackson and Patrick Mahomes. Hoyer praised Maye’s ownership of the offense, noting comments from teammates like A.J. Brown.

Maye expressed excitement about the Patriots’ receiving corps as training camp begins, highlighting the impact of new acquisition A.J. Brown and veteran wideouts such as Mack Hollins and Romeo Doubs. He said the Brown‑Maye connection could elevate the passing attack and looks forward to building chemistry with the expanded group.