Summary
The New England Patriots quarterback Drake Maye played a game while feeling a bit sick, leading some to compare it to Michael Jordan's famous "flu game." Maye, however, downplayed the comparison, saying it was just another day for him. This season, Maye has had a strong performance, helping the Patriots secure their first AFC East division title since 2019.
Key Facts
- Drake Maye is the quarterback for the New England Patriots.
- Maye played through an illness in a game against the New York Jets, completing 19 of 21 passes for 256 yards and five touchdowns.
- Some people compared Maye's game to Michael Jordan's famous "flu game," but Maye said it was not similar.
- This season, Maye has thrown for 4,203 yards, 30 touchdowns, and eight interceptions.
- Maye leads the NFL in completion percentage (71.7%) and passer rating (112.9).
- He has also rushed for 409 yards and scored four rushing touchdowns.
- The Patriots have a record of 13-3 and have won their first AFC East division title since 2019.
- Maye was picked third overall in the 2024 NFL Draft by the Patriots.
