Courtesy of Drake Maye/Instagram Drake Maye was one of the first players picked in the 2024 NFL draft, and his then-girlfriend, Ann Michael Maye, was by his side when he joined the New England Patriots.

Kalshi trading data shows Patriots QB Drake Maye holding a slight lead over Matthew Stafford in the evolving NFL MVP race.

Every year by late October, most of the NFL’s contenders are known. This year, the Patriots were no exception. The Pats soared to a 6-2 start, and earned their contender badge with ensuing wins over the Falcons and Bucs.

But pundits who were high on Maye have been rewarded week after week. To the point that hearing his name and "MVP" in the same sentence barely registers anymore. Meaning the goalposts should be moved for maximum effect.

Drake Maye's breakout in 2025 is one of the best stories of the NFL this year, and it's come with a nickname for the New England Patriots quarterback. Only, it's a weird one. He's now known as Drake "Drake Maye" Maye. And that's now gone viral and mainstream, with teammates, coaches the internet and names like Tom Brady using it.

Drake Maye and the New England Patriots are rolling, and he knows it. He also likes the team's chances to make a run.