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Patriots-Texans recap: Drake Maye flashes potential in 41-21 loss

The rookie QB gave Patriots fans hope on Sunday despite a lopsided loss.

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On Postgame Live, Tom Curran and Ted Johnson discuss Drake Maye’s impressive debut vs. Houston

What to Know

  • Rookie Drake Maye completed 20 of 33 passes for a season-high 243 yards and three touchdowns.
  • Maye also threw two interceptions and fumbled once, as New England committed four turnovers to go along with nine penalties for 50 yards.
  • Houston scored 20 points off Patriots turnovers and dominated on the ground, with 192 rushing yards on 28 carries (6.9 yards per attempt).
  • The Patriots drop to 1-5 and are on track for the No. 1 pick in the 2025 NFL Draft.

The Drake Maye era in New England is off to an eventful start.

The rookie quarterback gave the Patriots offense a spark on Sunday by making several highlight plays. But turnovers, penalties and poor defense all contributed to a 41-21 loss at the hands of the AFC South-leading Houston Texans.

Check out our Patriots-Texans game recap below for highlights, analysis and more.

October 13, 2024 4:13 pm

FINAL: Texans 41, Patriots 21

October 13, 2024 3:33 pm

Drake Maye throws second interception

October 13, 2024 3:11 pm

Another Patriots fumble

October 13, 2024 2:34 pm

Halftime: Texans lead 14-7

October 13, 2024 2:15 pm

Patriots punt again

October 13, 2024 2:07 pm

Patriots defense makes another stop

October 13, 2024 2:02 pm

Vederian Lowe injury update

October 13, 2024 1:37 pm

Drake Maye throws first NFL interception

October 13, 2024 1:07 pm

Patriots defensive starters

October 13, 2024 1:03 pm

Patriots win coin toss

October 13, 2024 12:38 pm

Another tough test for Christian Gonzalez

October 13, 2024 12:28 pm

New starting center for Patriots

October 13, 2024 12:24 pm

Drake Maye is on the field

October 13, 2024 12:03 pm

New look on special teams

October 13, 2024 11:54 am

Patriots inactives

October 13, 2024 11:12 am

Drake Maye has arrived

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