Drake Maye might be in just his second NFL season, but he’s already commanding the kind of attention usually reserved for seasoned veterans. Despite the New England Patriots’ tough loss to the Buffalo Bills on Sunday, Maye remains the top vote-getter in Pro Bowl fan voting - and it’s not even close.
With 104,417 votes before the polls closed, Maye surged ahead of the competition. Seattle Seahawks wideout Jaxon Smith-Njigba came in second with 92,573 votes, but even that impressive total wasn’t enough to catch the Patriots’ rising star. Maye’s lead speaks volumes - not just about his popularity, but about the level of play he’s brought to the field this season.
Let’s talk numbers, because they tell a compelling story. Maye has thrown for 3,567 yards, 23 touchdowns, and only seven interceptions.
That’s the kind of production that turns heads - not just among fans, but around front offices and defensive coordinators across the league. He’s been steady, poised, and efficient, showing a level of maturity that belies his age and experience.
Even with Sunday’s stumble against Buffalo, Maye’s body of work this season has been nothing short of impressive. He’s consistently kept the Patriots’ offense humming, making smart decisions, extending plays when needed, and delivering in clutch moments. That consistency is what separates good quarterbacks from great ones - and Maye is trending toward the latter.
But here’s the thing: while the Pro Bowl votes are a nice nod to his breakout year, Maye has his sights set on something bigger. The Patriots are 11-3, firmly in the mix for the AFC East crown and a postseason run that could stretch deep into January - maybe even February. A second Pro Bowl selection would be a worthy milestone, but it’s clear Maye is more focused on the kind of legacy that gets built in the playoffs.
For now, though, the fans have spoken - and they’re all in on Drake Maye. And if his current trajectory holds, this season might just be the start of something special in Foxborough.