Drake Maye is finding the open receiver.

It sounds simple, right? Often times, though, it's not.

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The Patriots second-year quarterback has taken noticeable steps forward in recent weeks and took another one in New England's 25-19 victory over the Saints at Caesars Superdome on Sunday.

While breaking down the Week 6 victory on Patriots Postgame Live , Patriots insider Phil Perry highlighted Maye's ability to find the open man. The 23-year-old is not just eying down the pass-catcher who might've had the strongest connection with, or strictly focusing on the player the play was designed for.

"Well, to me, it's the quarterback again," Perry responded when asked for his biggest takeaway. "He leads you to this v

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