Much of the 2025 Patriots campaign was billed as being a referendum on Drake Maye.

Do they have the guy? Or not?

Is Maye the real deal? Can he adapt to Josh McDaniels’ complex offense?

More important, can he elevate a team that might not be as talent-laden as others?

Six games in, the Patriots, New England, and beyond have their answer.

Maye is the guy. He is the real deal.

Grasping McDaniels’ offense? No problem.

And, best of all, Maye is so darn good, he can lift a team, and lead them to wins.

He has that clutch gene.

That’s what we’ve seen the past two weeks. That’s the Maye that’s been on display against Buffalo, and Sunday, in New Orleans.

While some might think it’s too early to make a definitive call on Maye, this is one of those know it when you see it propositions.

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