Drake Maye looks like the real deal , and that's great news for the Patriots. It also raises the stakes in New England.

The 4-2 Patriots are first in the AFC East entering Week 7 thanks to Maye's exceptional recent play and have a golden opportunity to make a run with the NFL's easiest remaining schedule (by far) over the last 11 games. So, does that mean this team is worth investing in ahead of the Nov. 4 NFL trade deadline?

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Former Patriots quarterback Brian Hoyer and ex-Patriots offensive lineman David Andrews discussed that topic on a new episode of The Quick Snap Podcast -- and Hoyer is fully on board with the front office taking a big swing.

"If you want to go all-in, call and inquire about (Ravens ru

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