For many football fans, there has never been a greater player than <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/tom-brady" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Tom Brady</a>. However, Terry Bradshaw refuses to share that opinion — and believes there’s someone else who deserves the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nfl" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">NFL</a>’s GOAT title.



Tom Brady completely changed the NFL. Over 23 seasons, he won seven Super Bowl rings — six with the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/new-england-patriots" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">New England Patriots</a> and one with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers — cementing his place in history.



Nevertheless, NFL legend <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/terry-bradshaw" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Terry Bradshaw</a> doesn’t think that’s enough to crown Brady as the greatest of all time. Now, the Pittsburgh Steelers icon has revealed his own pick — and it might surprise many fans.



<h2>Terry Bradshaw says Super Bowl rings don’t make Tom Brady the GOAT</h2>



The NFL has seen plenty of legendary quarterbacks, and fate has brought two of them together at Fox: Terry Bradshaw and Tom Brady, both <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/super-bowl" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Super Bowl</a> champions and two of the best signal-callers the league has ever seen.



While the two get along well, Bradshaw doesn’t believe in blindly praising his peers — and he just made that clear.



During an appearance on the Nothing Left Unsaid podcast, Bradshaw was asked who he believes is the greatest quarterback of all time. The Steelers legend questioned why so many fans automatically call Tom Brady the undisputed GOAT.


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“People always say, ‘Tom Brady is the greatest quarterback to ever play.’ Okay — is he really?” Terry Bradshaw said. “Otto Graham might be the greatest quarterback to ever play. How many titles did Otto win? Ten? Look it up. And Tom lost three.”



<h2>Fact check: Otto Graham’s forgotten greatness</h2>



Otto Graham won seven titles with the Cleveland Browns, though several came before the NFL’s modern era. His first four were in the All-America Football Conference (AAFC), which had just eight teams. He later won three more in the NFL, which then had only 12 to 13 franchises.



Tom Brady, meanwhile, claimed his seven championships in the Super Bowl era — competing against 31 and later 32 teams. Both quarterbacks share the same number of titles, but they achieved them under entirely different circumstances.

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The <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/new-england-patriots" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">New England Patriots</a> didn’t care that they were the away team or that the Tampa Bay Buccaneers were coming off a bye week. They went and won and that caused quarterback Baker Mayfield to be very critical of his team.



<a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/baker-mayfield" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Mayfield</a> accused the Bucs to be complacent and that is something they need to change. “We are a good team, but to be great, when you score on the opening drive, you know what it looks like, you set the tone, you’re not satisfied with it… Right now, I think we are lacking that on offense and it comes down to me — that is my job to get that fixed and I will do that.” When asked what is it exactly what the team’s missing, he simply said, “killer instinct.”



The <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/tampa-bay-buccaneers" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Bucs</a> are due to recover some key names on the offense but Mayfield is right. After scoring quickly on a six-play drive, the team couldn’t replicate that explosiveness and they saw how the Patriots quickly turned the game around.



<h2>Injuries are really taking its toll</h2>



Star players always play with a chip on their shoulders, but the Bucs are playing with third-string weapons in some areas right now. Also, star players are stars for a reason, they are difference makers. 



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Running back Bucky Irving is the key piece the Bucs are missing the most. Backup Rachaad White was good a coulpe of years ago and still is a solid RB2 on a team. However, as RB1, his 3.7 yards per attempt is just not good enough. Irving, for instance, is a career 4.9 yards per attempt back. Without being able to establish the run game, the offense turns much more predictable.


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<h2>What’s next for the Bucs?</h2>



Tampa Bay’s next two games are tough. First, the Bucs must visit <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/josh-allen" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Josh Allen</a> and the Buffalo Bills. Then, they visit the Los Angeles Rams, who are arguably the best team in the NFC right now.



Both of those offenses have plenty of firepower and both teams have elite quarterbacks. Therefore, if the Bucs don’t play with killer instinct, it will be a deja-vu experience for the team.

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Baker Mayfield reveals what is wrong with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers after loss to the New England Patriots - Bolavip US

<a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/drake-maye">Drake Maye</a> may not have had a perfect game on the road against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, but his performance was once again enough to propel the New England Patriots to an 8-2 record this season. However, when asked about the MVP chants he heard, he insisted they were not for him.



Maye refused to put himself on a pedestal and accept the crowd’s recognition, claiming the chants were intended for the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/tampa-bay-buccaneers">Buccaneers</a>‘ Baker Mayfield. “They may be for Baker. Baker played his b— off. Big fan of Baker’s game, and they’re a good football team,” said the Patriots quarterback, who has racked up 2,555 yards this season.



Beyond his humble denial of MVP consideration, Maye’s statistics have been genuinely impressive, closely mirroring Mac Jones’ rookie season with the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/new-england-patriots">Patriots</a>. At his current pace, Maye could surpass Jones’s 2021 marks of 3,801 yards and 22 touchdowns.



<h2>Maye unconcerned with Bills matchup</h2>



Tracy Wolfson asked Maye if he was concerned at all about the Patriots’ upcoming Week 15 game against the Bills. The young quarterback quickly dismissed the thought, saying, “We’re not worried about Buffalo, we’re worried about Thursday night [vs Jets].”



<div class="ck-twitter"><blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-media-max-width="560">Are you kiddingggg me Drake Maye. What a god damn throw with a body right in his face. The touch and ball placement from a slightly awkward opened up arm slot. All against tight coverage too. <a href="https://t.co/0IkL4FCPct">pic.twitter.com/0IkL4FCPct</a>— Carter Donnick (@CDonnick1) <a href="https://twitter.com/CDonnick1/status/1987591679684297192?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">November 9, 2025</a></blockquote></div>



It is worth noting that the Patriots will enter their Week 11 TNF game riding a seemingly unbreakable seven-week winning streak. Moreover, Maye’s comment about the Bills might ring true, as New England already defeated Buffalo on the road back in Week 5.


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The game against the Buccaneers was a landmark performance for Maye. “Players in NFL HISTORY to have 2500+ passing yards, 70.0+ completion %, 250+ rushing yards &amp; 5 or fewer interceptions through 10 games of a season: Drake Maye (2025),” wrote Greg Harvey on X.

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<a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/baker-mayfield">Baker Mayfield</a> didn’t hold back after the Tampa Bay Buccaneers’ 28-23 loss to the New England Patriots. The quarterback’s tone was firm as he reflected on the team’s missed chances and lack of urgency. “I’m hoping our guys do get pissed off about this,” Mayfield said. “This isn’t the end of our season. I know that. We have a very important game ahead of us.”



For Mayfield, the defeat was more than just another mark in the loss column, it was a wake-up call. “Games like this, when you don’t win them, it should sting. It should really, really hurt,” he emphasized. His message was clear: the team’s response to adversity would define their season moving forward.



The veteran quarterback also called out the importance of pride and accountability. “You have to have some pride,” Mayfield said. “The fear of messing up for your teammates… you have to have that responsibility and accountability for the guys around you and get it fixed.”



<h2>Coach Todd Bowles takes responsibility</h2>



Todd Bowles also did not hold back when discussing the loss to the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/new-england-patriots">Patriots</a>. “There were four [big plays] in obvious situations that we didn’t make, obviously didn’t play it well enough,” he stated clearly. However, the coach did not lay all the blame on the players, also pointing fingers at the coaching staff: “Definitely didn’t coach it well enough, and I definitely didn’t coach it well enough, and that starts with me.”



<div class="ck-twitter"><blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-media-max-width="560">Bucs quarterback Baker Mayfield: “I’m hoping our guys do get pissed off about this. This isn’t the end of our season. I know that. We have a very important game ahead of us. Games like this, when you don’t win them — it should sting. It should really, really hurt.” <a href="https://t.co/6JUTWyT40L">pic.twitter.com/6JUTWyT40L</a>— JennaLaineESPN (@JennaLaineESPN) <a href="https://twitter.com/JennaLaineESPN/status/1987647232045187468?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">November 9, 2025</a></blockquote></div>



Bowles warned during the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/tampa-bay-buccaneers">Buccaneers</a> press conference that such breakdowns are unacceptable. “Those things can’t happen if you’re playing against a good team like that or any team in this league.” He delivered a clear message to both the roster and the staff: “Inexcusable on our part. Bad on the coaching, bad on the players.”


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<h2>Critical stretch ahead for Buccaneers</h2>



Mayfield and all his teammates know the loss to the Patriots was painful, but at a 6-3 record, their overall standing is not dire. The real challenge lies in the next two games on their schedule: both are on the road against the Bills and the Rams. The Bills recently suffered a loss, while the Rams are currently riding high with a 7-2 record this season.

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The <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/new-england-patriots" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">New England Patriots</a> and Drake Maye beat the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and Baker Mayfield in a very good game of NFL football. After the game, Maye referred to Mayfield as they are both MVP candidates.



Speaking to Tracy Wolfson of CBS Sports after the game, <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/drake-maye" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Maye</a> was asked about MVP chants going on during the game. He sent a message of admiration to Mayfield in his reply. “MVP [chants] for Baker. Baker is playing his butt off. I’m a big fan of Baker’s game, they are a very good football team, but we travel well, that’s the Patriots, that’s us!”



The Pats won 28-23 against the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/tampa-bay-buccaneers" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Buccaneers</a>. However, the QB duel was unbelievable. Maye completed 16/31 passes for 270 yards, two touchdowns and one intercpetion. <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/baker-mayfield" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Mayfield</a> ended the game completing 28/43 passes, 273 yards, three touchdowns and no picks. Overall, It was top-tier quarterbacking from both signal-callers.



<h2>The Pats unleashed a new weapon</h2>



Despite the Pats’ good season, much was said about why the Patriots didn’t give rookie running back TreVeyon Henderson that many snaps. However, as starting RB Rhamondre Stevenson missed the game due to injury, it was his chance to show the world his talent and boy he did.



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Henderson had 14 rushes for 147 yards and two touchdowns. Both of his touchdowns were massive runs as well. His first score was a 55-yard foot race. The second one was a 67-yard house call. Elite potential from the Ohio State product.


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<h2>Maye is the new odds-on favorite for the MVP</h2>



After the game, Drake Maye rose to be the favorite according to Vegas’ odds to win the MVP award. He is now set at +250, followed by Rams’ Matthew Stafford (+350) and Colts’ running back Jonathan Taylor (+500).



After the loss, Baker Mayfield’s odds took a massive hit, falling all the way to a +3000 price tag. Those are the same odds that Lamar Jackson and Jared Goff have. Mayfield will have to remake his MVP case now.

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The <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/new-england-patriots" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">New England Patriots</a> will face the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in Week 10. Unfortunately for <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/drake-maye" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Drake Maye</a>, three crucial teammates have been ruled out for this matchup.



In Week 10, the Patriots will look to improve their record to 8-2, but the Buccaneers will do their best to prevent that. New England will have to take on Baker Mayfield’s squad without three key players.



On Friday, the Patriots announced that wide receiver Kayshon Boutte, running back Rhamondre Stevenson, and linebacker Christian Ellis have all been ruled out for this week’s game.



<h2>A tough test for the Patriots</h2>



New England faces a highly challenging test in Week 10. Not only will they travel to Tampa Bay, but they’ll also go up against a well-rested Buccaneers team.



Baker Mayfield has led the Buccaneers to success since joining the team. This season, the NFC South club sits at 6-2 and will look to secure its seventh win at home.



The Buccaneers may have the advantage this week thanks to their recent rest, but without Mike Evans, Chris Godwin, and Bucky Irving, Mayfield’s offense will face a tough challenge against the Patriots’ defense.


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<h2>Stefon Diggs must step up</h2>



In Week 5, Stefon Diggs delivered an outstanding performance against the Bills — arguably his best game so far in a Patriots uniform. Now, New England will need him to rise to the occasion once again.



With Kayshon Boutte and Rhamondre Stevenson sidelined, the veteran wide receiver must prove his value and become the reliable weapon Drake Maye needs in this matchup.

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<a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/tom-brady">Tom Brady</a> grew up as a big fan of the San Francisco 49ers. That’s why, after winning the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/super-bowl">Super Bowl</a> six times with the Patriots and another with the Buccaneers, the legendary quarterback admitted it hurt him deeply that the team he loved didn’t consider him and instead chose another player at his position in the 2000 NFL Draft. It all happened during an interview with Fox.



“You know, my allegiance to the 49ers left when they skipped over me six times in the 2000 Draft. So, every time I wanted to play the 49ers, I just wanted to make sure that the coaches who were out there at the time, you chose a goat farmer (Giovanni Carmazzi) over me. I never forgot that.”



In the end, Bill Belichick and the Patriots selected Brady in the sixth round, and the rest is history. New England became the winningest franchise in the NFL, tying the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/pittsburgh-steelers">Pittsburgh Steelers</a>, while the 49ers haven’t won a championship in more than three decades.



<h2>What was Tom Brady’s draft pick?</h2>



Tom Brady was the 199th overall pick in the 2000 Draft, a decision that forever changed the history of the NFL. Months later, taking advantage of an injury to Drew Bledsoe, the young prospect from Michigan took the league by storm, becoming the greatest player of all time.


 

 


The legend noted that the fact 31 teams didn’t see him as a franchise quarterback motivated him throughout his entire career. Brady also always kept in mind that even the Patriots took their time before drafting him.



“I will say they all passed over me six times and in fact the Patriots passed over me five times. So, they were just one less than everybody else which is, you know, that’s okay. It all worked out. There were not a lot of people clamoring for my ability to go out there and play quarterback for them.”


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The <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/new-england-patriots" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">New England Patriots</a>‘ turnaround from the 2024 NFL season has been remarkable. Mike Vrabel took over as head coach after a tumultuous season under Jerod Mayo, taking the team to the top of its division and the conference.



At 7-2, the Patriots share the top of the AFC with the Indianapolis Colts, but they’re not stopping there. Drake Maye’s second season with the team has been nothing but remarkable, as the former North Carolina quarterback has gone 189 of 255 for 2,285 yards and 17 touchdowns against four interceptions.&nbsp;



This team has made fans dream about much more than a playoff berth, and one of its former stars believes they are on the right track to compete for a championship.&nbsp;



<h2>Rob Gronkowski hypes up Patriots’ Super Bowl chances amid 7-2 season&nbsp;</h2>



During Wednesday’s edition of Kay Adams’ “Up &amp; Adams” show, legendary tight end Rob Gronkowski made his thoughts clear on the Patriots’ chances to go all the way to the Super Bowl. The four-time champion sees the Pats’ roster as one that can achieve the goal.&nbsp;



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“I truly believe that half of the rosters in the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nfl" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">NFL</a> have the potential to make it to the Super Bowl if those teams come together,” Gronkowski said. “Everyone needs to be on the same page, and the Patriots are one of those teams with a roster that can achieve this. In the end, it’s all about staying healthy, playing your best football, getting everything together, and ensuring that everyone is on the same page.”



The competition won’t be easy, but New England has shown it can compete against anybody. Halfway through the season, they look as good as anybody, but they need to maintain the level to arrive in the postseason with real chances to win it all.

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The <a href="http://bolavip.com/en/topic/new-england-patriots" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">New England Patriots </a>had a quiet trade deadline. They didn’t make any deals amid a strong 7-2 start to the season. While they are playing at a high level, the Patriots could have used help at running back or wide receiver.&nbsp;



They are set to face the second half of the season and confirm that their good moment isn’t a fluke. New England wasn’t the only team that didn’t make a trade, and insider Phil Perry explained that the team didn’t want to spend more than necessary, although they were willing to make moves.&nbsp;



“Here’s my understanding of the situation: The Patriots were willing to trade; they simply weren’t going to be so aggressive that they went beyond the prices they felt were reasonable,” Perry wrote.&nbsp;



Another factor may have been the other team’s reluctance to make deals with New England.&nbsp;



<h2>Mike Vrabel could be the reason why Titans won’t make deals with Patriots</h2>



According to Mike Giardi (via Savage Sports on X), the Tennessee Titans, who dealt Dre’Mont Jones to Baltimore, have no interest in negotiating with the Patriots, citing their past history with Mike Vrabel, the Pats’ current head coach.&nbsp;



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“I was also told there has been some conversation league-wide that Tennessee might be unwilling to make deals with New England because the owner, Amy Adams Strunk, continues to think too much about how things ended with Vrabel and is not inclined to help his new team. We’ll find out soon enough with the likes of edge Arden Key, RB Tony Pollard, and even WR Calvin Ridley available,” he said.



Perry, however, insists that the Titans have no animosity towards New England, and they discussed potential deals with the Patriots, but it couldn’t be done in the end.&nbsp;

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Tuesday in the NFL was action-packed, with several franchises making smart moves to bolster their rosters ahead of the trade deadline. Much was expected regarding the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/new-england-patriots">New England Patriots</a>, who ultimately chose to stay the course.



Rumors circulating in Foxborough suggested that the Patriots might pursue an elite pass rusher to solidify themselves as serious Super Bowl contenders. That didn’t happen, and <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/mike-vrabel">Mike Vrabel</a>’s team will continue the rest of the season with the same 53-man roster.



When asked by the media how close New England came to reaching a deal with any player, it was Vrabel himself who offered an interesting metaphor about what transpired during the process.



“First, I would say deals are like being pregnant,” the head coach said on Wednesday, via MassLive’s Mark Daniels. “You either are or you’re not. It’s either a deal or it’s not. I don’t know how close you can be.



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“I know that everyone worked hard, that we investigated and looked in, and made phone calls, what personnel departments do. In the end, we decided this was what we were going to do. Decided to move forward.”



<h2>Going all in with what they’ve got</h2>


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The New England Patriots, under the leadership of new head coach Mike Vrabel, are laser-focused on returning to Super Bowl contention, relying on a revamped roster featuring veteran acquisitions and young talent. 



The entire offense is being built around the continued development of quarterback <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/drake-maye">Drake Maye</a>, whose high ceiling and consistent play are expected to be the catalyst that drives Vrabel’s squad back into the elite conversation of the AFC.



<h2>Focusing on what’s ahead</h2>



The New England Patriots, currently battling to maintain their top spot in the AFC East, face a challenging trio of games that could define their early season success. The tough run kicks off with a road trip to the Sunshine State to take on the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. 



They then return home for a crucial divisional clash against the New York Jets at Gillette Stadium, before heading back on the road to face a competitive AFC opponent, the Cincinnati Bengals.

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After a tumultuous 2024 <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nfl" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">NFL</a> season under Jerod Mayo, the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/new-england-patriots">New England Patriots </a>look like a completely different team under Mike Vrabel.&nbsp;



In only their second year post-Bill Belichick, the Patriots are playing like potential contenders, posting a 7-2 record, leading the AFC East division, and fighting to secure the No. 1 seed in the conference.&nbsp;



Vrabel has helped the team elevate its game, starting with second-year quarterback Drake Maye, who is earning MVP buzz this season. Maye went 19 of 29 for 259 yards and two touchdowns against the Atlanta Falcons on Sunday, helping the Patriots win their sixth consecutive game.&nbsp;



<h2>Mack Hollins shares his favorite message from Mike Vrabel</h2>



During a conversation with Jamie Erdahl on Good Morning Football, Patriots wide receiver Mack Hollins was asked about his favorite message from his head coach. Hollins responded by saying he exhorts players to live by the culture everywhere they go.&nbsp;



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“I think it would be our identity doesn’t rest, doesn’t take days off, doesn’t take moments off,” Hollins said. “Not only when you’re in the building, it’s everywhere you go, you gotta live that identity. I take that with me, and I think the rest of the guys have. It shows on Sundays, but that’s definitely the message.”



Vrabel has made a strong impact on the Patriots. They are one of the best teams in the league after nine weeks, and their potential is still unknown. Hollins, Maye, Stefon Diggs and others have helped the coach turn the team around in no time.&nbsp;

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<a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/atlanta-falcons" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Atlanta Falcons</a> head coach Raheem Morris had a different approach to the controversial “snapgate” he sparked after the New England Patriots beat the Falcons in Week 9 of the 2025 <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nfl" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">NFL</a> season.&nbsp;



Moments before the two-minute warning, Michael Penix Jr. grounded the ball after his center heard a clap (Penix’s sign to get the snap) and passed him the ball. Atlanta ended up punting the ball and the Patriots secured a 24-23 win.&nbsp;



Morris was upset after the game, accusing the Patriots of manufacturing a snap.&nbsp;



“They heard something,” Morris said. “Obviously (Neuzil) did, that’s why he snapped it. There was no intent to say (the Patriots) did anything wrong. It was our fault. It was on us. We can’t snap the ball early, no matter what anyone does. That was just me being angry yesterday when somebody asked me what happened.”



<h2>Raheem Morris backtracks from comments on “snapgate”</h2>



A day after causing a stir with his comments, Morris shrugged off the situation, saying he doesn’t want to make something out of nothing.



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“I don’t want to make it a ‘Snapgate,’ which I probably already did,” Morris said.&nbsp;



The Falcons dropped to 3-5 with this result, while the Patriots extended their winning streak to six games. Atlanta has been one of the most inconsistent teams in the league this season, and the Patriots worsened their situation, giving them their third consecutive loss.&nbsp;



They will travel to Berlin to face off against the Indianapolis Colts, one of the best squads in the league, on Sunday.&nbsp;

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The <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/new-england-patriots" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">New England Patriots</a> have just given Drake Maye a new wide receiver. The AFC East club has decided to bolster its offense by signing the son of a Hall of Famer for the remainder of the 2025 NFL season.



During the offseason, there were plenty of doubts about the Patriots. With a new head coach in Mike Vrabel and a young quarterback in <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/drake-maye" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Drake Maye</a>, many expected New England to struggle in the AFC East this year.



However, the team is now on track to contend for the division title once again. Vrabel knows he needs more weapons to reach that goal, which is why the Patriots have added a new wide receiver to help Maye during the second half of the campaign.



<h2>Patriots sign son of Jerry Rice to bolster Drake Maye’s offense</h2>



Last year, the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/los-angeles-chargers" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Los Angeles Chargers</a> drafted Brenden Rice in the seventh round of the NFL Draft. His last name sounded familiar for a reason — he’s the son of Hall of Fame legend Jerry Rice.



After failing to earn a regular spot with the Chargers, the team waived him in August. Now, the Patriots have given him a second chance, signing him off Los Angeles’ practice squad, per Jordan Schultz.



Although Brenden Rice didn’t post eye-catching numbers during his college career at Colorado and USC, many still believe his natural talent and football pedigree could help him thrive — especially in a developing offense led by Drake Maye.


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Rice joins an already talented Patriots offense anchored by Stefon Diggs. His arrival comes at a crucial moment, as Kayshon Boutte is dealing with a hamstring injury and the team needs more depth at wide receiver.



<h2>Who are the wide receivers for the New England Patriots?</h2>



As mentioned, Stefon Diggs is the clear WR1 and the primary weapon for Drake Maye. The two have built strong chemistry this season, forming one of the most productive duos in the AFC.



Boutte is listed as WR2, with Mack Hollins as the third option. DeMario Douglas, Kyle Williams, Efton Chism III, and now Brenden Rice round out a deep and promising wide receiver group for New England.

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Stefon Diggs showed support for second-year quarterback Drake Maye after Maye took the blame for a late turnover that could have cost the team the game. <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/new-england-patriots" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">New England </a>secured a 24-23 win late in the fourth quarter, but Maye wasn’t ecstatic after turning the ball over.



Diggs, who joined the team to help Maye elevate his game with a three-year, $69 million deal, didn’t mince words to defend his quarterback. Late in the first half, Maye fumbled the ball after being hit by Jalon Walker. The Falcons recovered the ball and took it all the way to the end zone.&nbsp;



“I’ve got in a bad habit of trying to break tackles on guys I don’t have a great chance of breaking a tackle on,” Maye said after the game.&nbsp;



Maye still had a terrific game, going 19 of 29 for 259 yards and two touchdowns against a difficult defense.&nbsp;



<h2>Stefon Diggs defends Drake Maye after Falcons mistake&nbsp;</h2>



Patriots reporter Andrew Callahan shared what Diggs said about Maye on Sunday. The veteran wide receiver showed total support for the young playmaker.&nbsp;



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“I’m riding with Drake Maye,” Diggs said. “Things aren’t going to be perfect. I tell y’all all the time, it’s hard as s–t to play quarterback.”



Maye is playing at such a high level that he is getting MVP buzz after nine weeks. He still has room for improvement, and being a part of his organization should help him evolve. New England will face the Tampa Bay Buccaneers next, hoping to improve to 8-2 against one of the best teams in the NFC.&nbsp;

Stefon Diggs backs Drake Maye after struggles against Falcons

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The <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/new-england-patriots" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">New England Patriots’</a> Week 9 game against the Atlanta Falcons wasn’t exempt from controversy. The Pats held off a fourth-quarter comeback attempt from the Falcons on Sunday, stopping them at nine points to secure the 24-23 win.&nbsp;



During a second-and-10 at the Patriots’ 48-yard line ahead of the two-minute warning, Falcons’ center Ryan Neuzil heard claps, which is an indication to snap the ball to Michael Penix Jr. Neuzil did it, but Penix didn’t signal anything. The second-year quarterback grounded the ball and got penalized with 10 yards. A play later, the Falcons punted the ball, which marked the fate of the game.



Coach Raheem Morris accused the Patriots of “fabricating” that snap, noting that they clapped to confuse Neuzil.&nbsp;



“They did a nice job,” he said. “They simulated a snap. The ball came early, was snapped early. … that was when we got the intentional grounding. Nice job by those guys. Great situational football. Great play. … That’s why the ball was snapped early on Mike. He wasn’t ready for the snap.”



<h2>Mike Vrabel responds to Raheem Morris’ claims&nbsp;</h2>



While Morris made the case against the Patriots, Mike Vrabel responded. He wasn’t as serious as Atlanta’s coach and shrugged off the claims by saying it might have been the fans who confused the Falcons’ center.&nbsp;



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“I didn’t see anything. Like, is that fake? I don’t know… Clapgate… That was new. I didn’t see that… Maybe that’s a testament to our fans… They got loud,” he said.



Everything is done now, as the Patriots improved to 7-2, bringing their winning streak to six games. The Falcons are in the middle of a three-game skid and the picture doesn’t look that promising.&nbsp;

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