The<a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/indianapolis-colts" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"> Indianapolis Colts</a> are set to return to the field on Sunday against the Houston Texans. Coming off a 23-20 loss to the Kansas City Chiefs, the Colts need to bounce back to stay in the race for the No. 1 seed in the AFC.



Daniel Jones continues to lead a team that has been potent on offense. The veteran quarterback is an MVP candidate after leading the Colts to an 8-3 record behind 2,840 yards and 17 touchdowns with seven interceptions.



He proved his doubters wrong with the Colts, but his season could get an unexpected hit ahead of Week 13.&nbsp;



<h2>Daniel Jones moving slowly during Colts practice</h2>



Colts reporter James Boyd shared a video of Jones during Thursday’s practice. The footage showed Jones moving more slowly than normal.



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“QB Daniel Jones throwing a couple play action passes. Doesn’t look as fluid or fast as normal, presumably due to his fibula injury. He also hasn’t participated in every practice rep, so that leads me to think he’ll be listed as a limited participant today,” Boyd tweeted.



On Wednesday, Jones discussed the fibula injury he’s working through.



“It was just something that was kind of hanging over, and realized it last week,” Jones said. “Just been trying to get treatment and make sure I’m in the best spot I can be.”



Jones was limping as he returned to get the snap, which raised many eyebrows among fans. The Colts need to be careful with this, or they would risk losing Jones during the final stretch of the season.&nbsp;

Daniel Jones’ recent update could be troubling for Colts

Daniel Jones' recent update could be troubling for Colts - Bolavip US

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Entering Week 13 of the 2025 season, the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/tennessee-titans" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Tennessee Titans </a>(1-10) are one of the worst teams in the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nfl" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">NFL</a>. After drafting quarterback Cam Ward with the No. 1 overall pick in April’s draft, the Titans entered the season with renewed expectations.



Thirteen weeks later, they have won only one game, fired Brian Callahan as head coach, and Ward’s development hasn’t pleased too many people. The Titans are a young and inexperienced team, but they try to compete every week.



Interim head coach Mike McCoy wants his players to give their all week in and week out, especially when they lose games that look secure at certain points. The coach has made it clear that he’s competing to win and isn’t giving up on the season just yet.



<h2>Mike McCoy sends clear message about his desire to win</h2>



While many think the Titans will tank for the rest of the season to secure next year’s No. 1 pick, McCoy doesn’t believe in that. For him, they still have chances to compete and win a couple of games.



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“There’s a burning desire week in and week out to win,” he said. “Looking for plays, and ways, to make that happen. We have to consistently do our jobs better for 60 minutes.”



The Titans have failed to be consistent for a full 60 minutes. If they overcome those shortcomings, the situation would look more favorable. They will host the Jacksonville Jaguars on Sunday, hoping to win their second game against a divisional rival.

Titans HC makes strong statement about the team’s desire to win

Titans HC makes strong statement about the team's desire to win - Bolavip US

Besides Daniel Jones and Jonathan Taylor leading the offense, the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/indianapolis-colts" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Indianapolis Colts </a>have relied on a renovated defense to become one of the best teams in the AFC in the 2025 <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nfl" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">NFL</a> season.



Indianapolis fired Gus Bradley as defensive coordinator and hired Lou Anarumo to replace him shortly after the 2024 season finished. Cincinnati Bengals head coach Zac Taylor fired Anarumo, the leader of their Super Bowl LVI defense, and replaced him with Notre Dame defensive coordinator Al Golden.



The Colts’ defense is thriving this year, and Anarumo has gotten his flowers. So much so that he’s getting head-coaching buzz ahead of the upcoming coaching carousel. However, the coordinator doesn’t seem to be losing sleep over it.



<h2>Lou Anarumo ignores head-coaching candidacy buzz</h2>



Ahead of Sunday’s duel against the Houston Texans, Anarumo expressed his desire to be a head coach down the road, but insisted that it wasn’t his priority at the time.



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“I’d be lying to you if I said that down the road that wasn’t something that would be a career goal, but my full attention is on the Houston Texans,” Anarumo told The Indianapolis Star on Tuesday. “And they better be, because they’re a really good football team. While I appreciate all that stuff, my main — and sole — focus is on the Texans this week.”



The Colts will try to bounce back after losing to Patrick Mahomes and Co. in Week 12. They have everything to beat the Texans, including a strong defense that has put pressure on every quarterback it has faced.&nbsp;

Colts DC has blunt reaction to head-coaching rumors

Colts DC has blunt reaction to head-coaching rumors - Bolavip US

The <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/atlanta-falcons" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Atlanta Falcons</a> (4-7) will head to New York to face the Jets on Sunday. The NFC South team snapped a five-game losing skid against the New Orleans Saints in Week 12 and is now ready to build momentum.



This will be Kirk Cousins’ second start since he became the team’s starting quarterback following Michael Penix Jr.’s season-ending knee injury. It was noticed that Cousins spent more time under center against New Orleans than Penix did.



The veteran went 16 of 23 for 199 yards and two touchdowns with one interception. Head coach Raheem Morris agreed that Cousins felt more comfortable playing under center than Penix.



“There’s no question about it,” Morris answered. “Kirk is, that’s what he’s been throughout his whole career. Obviously, when he came off the injury last year, he felt a little bit more comfortable in the pistol.”



<h2>Zac Robinson defends use of pistol formation with Michael Penix Jr.</h2>



The debate about why the Falcons use two systems for their quarterbacks has been hot this week. Offensive coordinator Zac Robinson defended his decision to use the pistol formation for Penix.



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“100%. Yeah, that’s very fair to say. I mean, I know it’s a popular kind of narrative to say those things,” Robinson answered when asked if the formations were quarterback-driven. “But, Mike is – I think he’s like third or fourth in the league in yards per attempt, and almost all of his are in the pistol in terms of play pass. So, we’ve had better play pass this year. We’ve had better protection. That’s helped out. We’ve had better route distribution, scheming, all those things that factor into it.”



Atlanta has endured tough moments in 2025. They can still turn things around, but the lack of consistency appears to be their biggest opponent this year.&nbsp;

Falcons OC defends controversial call for Michael Penix Jr.

Falcons OC defends controversial call for Michael Penix Jr. - Bolavip US

Cincinnati Bengals star quarterback Joe Burrow revealed he grew up watching and using an NFC South team on Madden, the most popular football video game in the world.



Burrow made his long-awaited return to the field on Thursday against the Baltimore Ravens, nearly three months after he suffered a toe injury that required surgery. The veteran returned to the field to try to help the Bengals (3-8) build momentum ahead of the final weeks of the season.



Before he played again, Burrow chopped it up with Bengals icon Chad Johnson and host Kay Adams. Burrow shared unknown details about his fanaticism growing up.



<h2>Joe Burrow reveals he was a Saints fans growing up</h2>



The Bengals quarterback was asked about his favorite team on Madden. Burrow went with the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/new-orleans-saints" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Saints</a>, crediting running back Reggie Bush for his selection.



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“I always played with the Saints. I wasn’t a Bengals fan for real,” Burrow said. “I liked college football, so I liked Reggie Bush. And then when Reggie Bush got to the league, I started being a Saints fan.”



The 2025 season hasn’t been favorable for the player and the Saints. He only played two games before suffering the toe injury, going 21 of 36 for 189 yards and two touchdowns. The Saints have won only two games so far, as they are headed to the top of the draft again.&nbsp;



The Bengals had Jake Browning and Joe Flacco filling in for Burrow, but neither could take the team to the promised land.&nbsp;

Joe Burrow reveals he was a Saints fans growing up

Joe Burrow reveals he was a Saints fans growing up - Bolavip US

The<a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/seattle-seahawks" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"> Seattle Seahawks</a> bounced back from a 21-19 loss to the Los Angeles Rams with a 30-24 win over the Tennessee Titans on Sunday. The NFC West team looked like its old self against Cam Ward and Co., led by Sam Darnold.



The veteran quarterback went 16 of 26 for 244 yards and two touchdowns. Zach Charbonnet added 35 yards and one touchdown on six carries, while Jaxon Smith-Njigba caught Darnold’s two touchdown passes to add to his 167 yards on eight receptions.



Seattle will face the Minnesota Vikings in Week 13, hoping to get momentum again to continue to challenge the Rams for the division title. Darnold will face the team that revitalized his career, and the expectations are high. However, the Vikings are ready to go after him.



<h2>Brian Flores warns Sam Darnold about Vikings’ pressure</h2>



Defensive coordinator Brian Flores developed a good relationship with Darnold, who led the team to a 14-3 record in 2024 before signing with the Seahawks in free agency. On Tuesday, the coach shared his appreciation for the quarterback, but made it clear the Vikings would go at him with everything.



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“Sam’s one of my favorites,” Flores said, per The Minnesota Star Tribune’s Andrew Krammer. “He’d grown tremendously when he was here, for sure, just from a leadership standpoint. … He did a lot of great things when he was here, and clearly those things are continuing to show up for him out there in Seattle. We had a great rapport, friendship. I’m happy for him, but we’ll blitz him this week.”



The Vikings won’t have JJ McCarthy available. The Seahawks will try to cash in on that and worsen the Vikings’ situation.

Vikings coach sends message to Sam Darnold ahead of Week 13 duel

Vikings coach sends message to Sam Darnold ahead of Week 13 duel - Bolavip US

The <a href="http://bolavip.com/en/topic/tennessee-titans" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Tennessee Titans</a> were the heaviest-run team in the<a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nfl" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"> NFL</a> in 2023, before star running back Derrick Henry became a free agent and signed with the Baltimore Ravens, his current team. Henry was arguably the best player in his position at the time, and the Titans wanted to add more firepower to that room.



Former general manager Ran Carthon made a big admission about his plans to pair Henry with one of the best running backs in the league at this moment. Tennessee is years away from contention right now, but it could have had a different fate had Carthon carried out his plans.



Cam Ward is now the present and the future of the AFC South franchise, but the picture could have looked a lot different for them after the 2023 draft.



<h2>Ran Carthon wanted to pair Jahmyr Gibbs with Derrick Henry</h2>



During a recent edition of the “With The First Pick” podcast, Carthon revealed he had mapped out a way to select Alabama running back Jahmyr Gibbs in the first round of the 2023 draft.



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“My dream scenario was to be able to trade back, and in some scenario be able to trade back, pick up an additional second round pick, and then package the two second round picks and trade back into the bottom of the first to take Jahmyr Gibbs,” Carthon said. “Because I thought just adding a player with that type of explosiveness makes you instantly explosive on offense. And you talk about a one-two punch of Jahmyr Gibbs and Derrick Henry at the time, that would have been a problem.”



Gibbs was instead selected by the Detroit Lions with the No. 12 overall pick. The running back is one of the best in the league at this moment, creating a terrific duo with veteran David Montgomery.&nbsp;

Titans could have paired Jahmyr Gibbs, Derrick Henry

Titans could have paired Jahmyr Gibbs, Derrick Henry - Bolavip US

The <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/carolina-panthers">Carolina Panthers</a> lost to the San Francisco 49ers on Monday, dropping to 6-6 and missing out on a big opportunity to surpass the Tampa Bay Buccaneers as the NFC South division leaders.



Bryce Young went 18 of 29 for 169 yards and one touchdown with two interceptions and one sack. The third-year quarterback, and the offense in general, couldn’t get going against a 49ers team that was more effective on offense.



The challenge will be harder in Week 13. The Panthers will visit the Los Angeles Rams in Week 13. Fresh off a commanding 34-7 win over the Buccaneers, Matthew Stafford and Co. will try to extend their winning streak to seven games. The Panthers, on the other side, must be extra careful not to make the same mistakes they made against the 49ers.



<h2>ESPN writer warns Panthers about costly mistakes</h2>



On Wednesday, ESPN’s David Newton noted that the Panthers made a mistake that may have changed the development of the game. Down 7-0 in the first quarter, Carolina had a first-and-goal from the Panthers’ 1. They attempted a pass to tight end Mitchell Evans that was picked off instead of rushing the ball. Newton warned that they can’t do the same against the Rams.



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“They now face their biggest task of the season in the Rams, who have won six straight with an average of 30.5 points per game,” Newton wrote. “The Panthers can’t afford to turn the ball over against the Rams like they did on that first-and-goal play Monday.”



Carolina missed the chance to lead the NFC South for the first time at this point of the season since 2017. They are still alive in the race, but they need to be consistent and cash in on the opportunities the Buccaneers give them.&nbsp;

Panthers reporter warns against repeating costly mistake during 49ers game

Panthers reporter warns against repeating costly mistake during 49ers game - Bolavip US

The New York Giants and the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/new-england-patriots" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">New England Patriots</a> have a lot of history. Their Super Bowl encounters have been memorable, but they are in different eras right now, trying to start something new with their young and talented quarterbacks.



It remains to be seen if Jaxson Dart will be available for the Week 13 duel after missing the last two games, but Drake Maye is, and he’s eager to keep the team’s momentum. The Patriots (10-2) are in the middle of a nine-game winning streak.



Ahead of Monday’s matchup, Giants’ linebacker Brian Burns made his thoughts clear on Maye.



<h2>Brian Burns praises Drake Maye ahead of Week 13</h2>



During Tuesday’s press conference, Burns discussed what he has seen from Maye during his young <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nfl" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">NFL </a>career. Burns mentioned a couple of things that made Maye stand out after just two seasons in the league.



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“He’s talented. Talented arm,” Burns said. “I’m not really too sure yet about how quick he is to process everything, but I do feel like he makes the right plays at the right time. He does seem to be poised, maybe a little bit too poised, in the pocket, but just overall, he’s been showing his talent, for sure.”



Maye didn’t have the best rookie season with Jerod Mayo on the sidelines. However, he has turned things around under head coach Mike Vrabel and offensive coordinator Josh McDaniels. The Patriots boast the league-best record, and the inconsistent Giants look like a good opponent to extend their streak.&nbsp;

Giants defender praises Drake Maye ahead of Week 13 matchup

Giants defender praises Drake Maye ahead of Week 13 matchup - Bolavip US

The<a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nfl" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"> Arizona Cardinals</a> (3-8) are in the middle of a three-game losing streak following a 27-24 loss to the Jacksonville Jaguars. The NFC West team will clash with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers on Sunday, trying to snap its losing skid and right the ship for the final five games of the season.



Jonathan Gannon has been under scrutiny this campaign, with many saying his time with the Cardinals is over. 



The coach remains confident that his team will find success, but they need to execute better instead of expecting big changes from the coaching staff.



<h2>Jonathan Gannon doesn’t think the Cardinals should make big changes</h2>



Gannon told reporters that the Cardinals need to stick to the process if they want to see results. He remains confident that his team can turn things around.



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“(For) the sake of change, to think that you’re going to get a different result, I don’t believe in that (with) where we’re at right now,” Gannon said. “I think these games that are coming down to one-score games, you can look at a couple plays here or there, but I showed the defense the first drive of the game. They’re backed up, and five plays later it’s 7-0, and really not for anything schematically that they did.“



“Those are the things that I point out that it’s like, hey, let’s fix these day one install plays on a sail route, on a stretch play, on a four-way post wheel three out man to man zone beater that we’re in man to man. Let’s do those a little bit better. Then in critical moments, (it comes down to) do we have the right thought process, and can we execute? I think we have the right thought process, and I’ve seen us execute. We just have to do it a little higher level,” he added.



The Cardinals started the season with two consecutive wins. Ever since that, they have won just one game. They need to get things going, or the front office will probably hit the reset button again.&nbsp;

Jonathan Gannon refuses to make changes amid 3-8 season

Jonathan Gannon refuses to make changes amid 3-8 season - Bolavip US

The <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/seattle-seahawks" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Seattle Seahawks</a> bounced back from a loss to the Los Angeles Rams in Week 12 with a 30-point performance against the Tennessee Titans. Cam Ward and Co. put up a good fight against Mike Macdonald’s team, scoring 24 points.



Sam Darnold played like his old self, going 16 of 26 for 244 yards and two touchdowns. Running back Zach Charbonnet contributed 35 yards and one touchdown on six carries. Jason Myers added 12 points to round up a solid afternoon.



Seattle continues to play at a high level, and its defense continues to disrupt every week. One of its best players received honors from Pro Football Focus after a solid performance.



<h2>PFF lauds Derick Hall after a solid performance</h2>



On Monday, PFF’s X account celebrated Seahawks EDGE Derick Hall over his solid performance against the Tennessee Titans. Hall was named the unsung hero of Week 12.



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“Every week, there’s a player who dominates but doesn’t get enough love from the national media. This week’s superstar is Seahawks edge defender Derick Hall. Against the Titans, Hall led the way for Seattle front that racked up 42 total pressures. He finished as the sixth-highest graded defender this week, with a 91.1 PFF grade, generated eight pressures and recorded a sack. Hall’s 34.8 pressure percentage in Week 12 is the fourth-highest by a player in a single week this season,” read the post.



After a close loss to the Rams, the Seahawks returned to winning ways. The competition became harder for them with the surge of the San Francisco 49ers, but they appear to be on the right track.&nbsp;

Seahawks defender gets notable honor from PFF

Seahawks defender gets notable honor from PFF - Bolavip US

The <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/carolina-panthers" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Carolina Panthers </a>couldn’t move past the San Francisco 49ers on Monday, despite intercepting Brock Purdy three times. The NFC South team dropped to 6-6 after losing a game that would have put them first in the division standings.



Bryce Young finished 18 of 29 for 169 yards and one touchdown with two interceptions and one sack. They are still in contention to win the division, but they must be consistent to achieve the goal. The challenge will be tougher in Week 13, when they face the Los Angeles Rams.



After that, they will play three divisional games, including two against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, which could define the NFC South division winner. They are still competitive, but their forces might not be enough down the stretch.



<h2>Panthers’ injury could derail their playoff plans</h2>



Besides Young’s performance, injuries prevented the Panthers from cashing in on Purdy’s off night. Bleacher Report’s <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nfl">NFL</a> staff believes they will continue to hurt the team’s chances to succeed down the stretch.



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“In the early goings [of MNF], it felt like Carolina might pull off the upset. Then, cornerbacks Jaycee Horn and Cory Thornton left the game with injuries, and San Francisco started to pull away,” they wrote. “The Panthers were already without linebackers Trevin Wallace and Christian Rozeboom, who were inactive. Up next are the white-hot Los Angeles Rams, and if the Carolina defense isn’t significantly healthier, it can pretty much forget about catching Tampa before its Week 14 bye.”



At 6-6, the Panthers can still succeed. They aren’t competing in a strong division, but the lack of consistency doesn’t only affect their opponents. They need to win as many games as possible to return to the postseason.&nbsp;

Crucial factor might keep Panthers away from playoffs

Crucial factor might keep Panthers away from playoffs - Bolavip US

The <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/atlanta-falcons" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Indianapolis Colts</a> remain a strong team in the 2025 NFL season. Despite suffering a 23-20 overtime loss to the Kansas City Chiefs on Sunday, the Colts (8-3) are still in the conversation for the playoffs.



Besides Daniel Jones and Jonathan Taylor leading one of the most explosive offenses in the league, the defense has improved massively since the arrival of Lou Anarumo. The defensive coordinator was fired by the Cincinnati Bengals after the 2024 season, and it didn’t take long for the Colts to acquire his services.



Anarumo’s defense has played at a high level, pressuring its opponents successfully week after week. The Colts haven’t allowed 30 points in a single game this season, and Anarumo’s performance is drawing attention around the league.



<h2>Giants reportedly interested in Lou Anarumo</h2>



Many teams will be in search of a new head coach after the 2025 season. The New York Giants, who recently fired Brian Daboll, are already looking for options to take over. According to <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nfl" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">NFL</a> insider Josina Anderson, Anarumo is on their radar.



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“A league source says Colts defensive coordinator Lou Anarumo is expected to receive strong consideration for the Giants head coach vacancy this upcoming cycle, while also emphasizing his familiarity and relationship with current general manager Joe Schoen,” Anderson reported. “It remains to be seen how much said connection will influence ownership, relative to Schoen’s status, once the search is complete.”



The Colts are enjoying a lot of success. Anarumo has played a key role in their turnaround. Even if the Giants go with a different candidate, the defensive coordinator should draw attention from other franchises.&nbsp;

Colts coach reportedly on the radar of NFC team

Colts coach reportedly on the radar of NFC team - Bolavip US

The <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/atlanta-falcons" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Atlanta Falcons</a> snapped their five-game losing streak with a win over the New Orleans Saints in Week 12 of the 2025 <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nfl" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">NFL </a>season. Kirk Cousins returned to the field, this time as the full-time starting quarterback after Michael Penix Jr. suffered a season-ending knee injury.



Cousins had a decent game, going 16 of 23 for 199 yards and two touchdowns with one interception and three sacks. The veteran quarterback did just enough to take his team to a much-needed win against their archrivals.



Cousins showed different things compared to Penix, more specifically, his play under center. While Penix was used in the shotgun formation, with only a running back behind him, Cousins had more people around him against the Saints.



<h2>Raheem Morris explains decision to use Kirk Cousins more under center</h2>



After the game, Falcons head coach Raheem Morris was asked if Cousins played more comfortably under center than Penix.



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“There’s no question about it,” Morris answered. “Kirk is, that’s what he’s been throughout his whole career. Obviously, when he came off the injury last year, he felt a little bit more comfortable in the pistol. He’s back to what he’s been in the past and what he’s played the 12, 13 years in the National Football League. We did what accommodated Kirk, what made him look the best, and what made us feel the best about going out and operating.”



The Falcons appear to have found some stability with Cousins. Their next test will come against the New York Jets on Sunday. New York enters the game as an easy opponent for the Falcons, but they have been upset before.&nbsp;

Raheem Morris mentions big difference between Kirk Cousins, Michael Penix Jr.

Raheem Morris mentions big difference between Kirk Cousins, Michael Penix Jr. - Bolavip US

<a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/new-england-patriots" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">New England Patriots </a>quarterback Drake Maye responded to ESPN’s Stephen A. Smith calling him a liar after Maye said he didn’t know where Cam Newton worked. After the former<a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nfl" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"> NFL</a> MVP called the Patriots “fool’s gold,” many wanted to see Maye’s reaction.



The second-year quarterback explained he didn’t pay much attention to the external noise, and acknowledged that Newton’s job required him to make takes that entertain fans. Smith didn’t buy Maye’s explanation and called him a liar.



“He’s also a s a liar,” Smith said. “He’s also a liar. ‘Pardon the Interruption’ is the number one show on ESPN, spanning 20-plus (years). ‘First Take’ is the number one morning show, 13 years and counting. April will be 14 years. Don’t tell me you a athlete and you don’t know that. Don’t tell me you a athlete and you don’t know that Cam Newton ain’t on this show. You lying.”



<h2>Drake Maye responds to Stephen A. Smith</h2>



Days after Smith attacked and apologized to Maye, the quarterback doubled down on his initial comments, saying that he pays attention to what’s happening inside the Patriots building and nothing else.



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“I just worry about what people do in our building and organization, and people that I hold a lot of personal relationships with on their opinions, and value that,” Maye said. “So all that outside stuff, it is what it is. Just gotta be careful about what I say, and didn’t try to mean it disrespectfully.”



The Patriots beat the Cincinnati Bengals in Week 12. They will face the New York Giants on Monday, hoping to improve to 11-2 and continue their momentum in the 2025 season.&nbsp;

Drake Maye responds to Stephen A. Smith’s ‘liar’ comments

Drake Maye responds to Stephen A. Smith's 'liar' comments - Bolavip US

Ernesto Cova is a bilingual (English-Spanish) sports writer with over eight years of experience covering major leagues such as the NBA, NFL, MLB, College Basketball, and international soccer. He rejoined Bolavip US as a collaborator after initially contributing to the platform since its inception in 2020, where he also served as a sub-editor in 2023. Ernesto specializes in daily sports news, producing 100% original content that includes trade rumors, player and team rankings, and more. Before returning to Bolavip US, he contributed to Fadeaway World and The Cold Wire, with a primary focus on the NBA.

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