The current season for the New England Patriots in the NFL is certainly not what was expected. Entering Week 9, Jerod Mayo‘s squad has managed only two victories and, to make matters worse, rookie QB Drake Maye had to leave the game against Jets due to a concussion. Regarding this, the head coach provided an update on this situation.
Although the Patriots secured an important victory against New York in Foxboro last weekend, the key highlight of the day came when Drake Maye left the game after suffering a concussion from a hit by a rival before hitting the ground.
In the lead-up to a matchup against the Tennessee Titans, another team in need within the league, Coach Mayo spoke with the press and provided an important update regarding the situation of the former North Carolina player.
According to journalist Josina Anderson, Maye is still in the concussion protocol: “Patriots head coach Jerod Mayo says QB Drake Maye remains in the concussion protocol and will be a limited participant today.”
Drake Maye #10 hands off the ball to Rhamondre Stevenson #38 of the New England Patriots during the first quarter against the New York Jets at Gillette Stadium on October 27, 2024 in Foxborough, Massachusetts.
If the rookie’s absence is confirmed for the game against the Titans, veteran Jacoby Brissett will take his place, a key contributor in the Patriots’ victory over Aaron Rodgers’ team.
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Mayo’s defense of his quarterback after the hit
After the impact to his helmet from New York Jets linebacker Jamien Sherwood, there were many questions raised about why the player was not penalized following the incident.
One of the most vocal in defending the integrity of his quarterback was none other than Patriots head coach Jerod Mayo: “They didn’t call it. I had conversations with them the entire game,” HC said surprised over the lack of penalty on the play.
“I thought some of those calls were questionable. At the same time, I have to go back and watch the film. We’ll have those conversations,” he finally concluded over the incident.
Here’s that hit Drake Maye took to the head. #Patriots
What’s next for the New England Patriots?
With the primary goal of securing their third victory of the season, and still without confirmation on Drake Maye‘s availability, the Patriots face a challenging series of matchups that will ultimately determine the direction of this team.
- vs Tennessee Titans, November 3rd
- vs Chicago Bears, November 10th
- vs Los Angeles Rams, November 17th
- vs Miami Dolphins, November 24th
- vs Indianapolis Colts, December 1st
