NFL fans left stunned by bizarre New England Patriots decision
The New England Patriots have made the decision to keep Drake Maye as the starting quarterback for their season finale on Sunday against the Buffalo Bills, surprising many NFL fans.
Maye has been one of the few bright spots for the Patriots this season, with the team entering the game with a 3-13 record, tied for the worst in the NFL.
New England’s three wins heading into Sunday have an even bigger long-term impact as it is currently on the verge of being selected first in April’s NFL Draft.
A loss to the Bills puts the Patriots in the top pick, which could be the Travis Hunter sweepstakes, as the Patriots are the only three-win team not looking for a new quarterback.
The Browns, Giants and Titans all need a new signal caller and could be in contention for Cam Ward, Shedeur Sanders and Jalen Milroe.
Compromising the Heisman Trophy winner and generational talent has left many NFL fans and others on social media confused.
The Patriots have decided to keep Maye as the starting quarterback for Week 18
Maye’s start jeopardizes the Patriots’ current status when it comes to the No. 1 pick in the NFL Draft
“Are the Patriots the dumbest organization in sports right now?” So said old sports broadcaster John Buccigross.
“The Patriots have gone from having arguably the best coaches in the league over the last 20 years to now having the absolute worst.”
“The @Patriots want to keep Mayo because the team just isn’t talented enough to win, but they’re also willing to jeopardize the #1 pick that would bring the best possible talent to the team… makes perfect sense .’
“Luckily the Jets still exist!” But we are a very close second!’
A collection of social media posts about the Patriots’ decision to start Maye this week
The Patriots are at risk of dropping several draft positions if they win on Sunday, all outside of Gillette Stadium.
The Bills remain in second place regardless of Sunday’s result, leading some to believe Buffalo will put many of its best players in Foxborough, including MVP favorite Josh Allen.
Patriots head coach Jerod Mayo and his staff get to coach for their job on Sunday, giving them their best shot at Week 18, with next year’s draft position not a current issue.