New England Patriots coach Jerod Mayo believes rookie quarterback Drake Maye is "on track to be a special player" in the NFL. The work developing Maye behind the scenes has continued, but there's no denying the incredible potential and talent he already possesses at

Patriots head coach Jerod Mayo has received his share of criticism amid a 3-12 first season through 15 games in charge following the departure of Bill Belichick. And while Mayo’s job status is reportedly looking fairly safe through 2025, the embattled rookie coach has won one of the most important voices in the locker room.

The job security of New England Patriots head coach Jerod Mayo has been a major discussion during the second half of the 2024 NFL season. Would the Patriots seriously fire Mayo after just one year at the helm?

New England Patriots defensive end Deatrich Wise Jr. is backing coach Jerod Mayo despite the Patriots' continued struggles on the season. "What he’s doing, I think it will work out in the future," Wise told reporters,

It’s possible Maye was being diplomatic (and a little patriotic) in defending his coaches, but it didn't sound that way. It sounded gutsy.

There are still two games left on the regular season schedule, but New England Patriots coach Jerod Mayo was willing to fast forward to some of the looming decisions awaiting him in the offseason. Mayo touched on the subject of potential future staff changes with the player personnel and coaches.

New England Patriots quarterbacks coach T.C. McCartney sees a lot of potential in Drake Maye as the 2024 season draws to a close. In only his first season, McCartney thinks the rookie quarterback might already be the smartest person in the building.