Patriots icons drop game-winning formula to Drake Maye; Stefon Diggs shares bold take on new QB

Drake Maye is stepping into the biggest challenge of his career—leading the New England Patriots back to relevance. With a franchise desperate for a resurgence, the pressure is immense. But he’s not facing it alone. Patriots legends Julian Edelman and Rob Gronkowski are offering their wisdom, while newly acquired star receiver Stefon Diggs is already drawing comparisons between Maye and his former MVP-caliber quarterback, Josh Allen.


Gronkowski and Edelman know what it takes to win in Foxborough. On the Dudes on Dudes podcast, Gronk emphasized that Maye should immerse himself in Josh McDaniels’ system, treating the offensive coordinator as his personal mentor.
“If I was Drake Maye, I’d be around Josh McDaniels as much as possible,” Gronkowski said.
Edelman, always a student of the game, echoed this sentiment but took it a step further. “I would live in the film room and watch players that succeeded in the system you’re about to run. So watch Tom Brady‘s old film because that’s the offense that you’re going to run… the faster you know the offense, the more you get to use your athleticism and your god-given talent.”
For Maye, it’s clear, talent alone won’t cut it. Mastering the details of the Patriots’ system is the difference between success and failure.

Maye enters the NFL with undeniable talent, racking up over 4,000 total yards and 28 touchdowns in his final college season. But Edelman pinpointed a key flaw: footwork.
Improving mechanics will be crucial for Maye as he transitions to a faster, more complex game. And he’s taking the right steps, studying Brady’s movements, analyzing past Patriots success, and refining his technique to match the demands of McDaniels’ system.
Beyond coaching and mechanics, Maye has another major asset—Stefon Diggs. The four-time Pro Bowler has seen what an elite quarterback looks like, playing alongside Josh Allen in Buffalo. And according to Diggs, Maye has similar traits.
“People say through the grapevine he acts a lot like Josh [Allen]. And you know, that was my guy. So, I look forward to meeting him and connecting with him," Diggs said.
For a Patriots offense that struggled in recent seasons, Diggs’ presence alone is a game-changer. His ability to create separation and make contested catches gives Maye a true No. 1 target, something the team has lacked in recent years.
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Maye isn’t just battling expectations, he’s fighting history. The Patriots have posted a dismal 8-26 record since 2023, placing them at the bottom of the AFC East. But with McDaniels’ guidance, Diggs as a key weapon, and advice from Patriots legends, he has a strong foundation for success.