Drake Maye overtakes Mahomes and Allen in the MVP race

Drake Maye is no longer a question mark—he’s a statement. The second-year quarterback for the New England Patriots is putting together a season that’s not only reigniting Foxborough’s hopes. But also placing him squarely in the middle of the NFL MVP debate. According to Marca, Maye is no longer just a developing prospect. The young signal-caller has emerged as the main rival to Patrick Mahomes and Josh Allen for the league’s MVP award.

After eight weeks, the Patriots sit atop the AFC East, ahead of the Buffalo Bills, and much of that success is thanks to Drake Maye. The former North Carolina standout has thrown for 2,026 yards, 15 touchdowns, and just three interceptions. In his most recent outing, he tossed three scoring passes against the Cleveland Browns, further cementing his role as the undisputed starter under head coach Mike Vrabel. Who’s also played a key role in New England’s resurgence.

Anyway here’s 60 seconds of Drake Maye throwing absolute dimes pic.twitter.com/QoU7Kx2dTH

— Austin Abbott (@AustinAbbottFF) October 27, 2025

Numbers don’t lie

Drake Maye ranks among the top five passers in the league, trailing only Justin Herbert, Mahomes, Dak Prescott, and Daniel Jones in passing yards. And while Mahomes remains the MVP favorite with +155 odds according to ESPN Bet. Maye is now tied with Josh Allen for second place, both sitting at +400. That shift marks a surprising turn in the season’s narrative. The Patriots’ young quarterback has overtaken Allen as Mahomes’ biggest threat.

Drake Maye continues to impress and continues to climb the odds to win MVP – will he become just the second Patriots QB to win the award?👀 pic.twitter.com/bnMLPGw2xu

— ESPN BET (@ESPNBET) October 28, 2025

A major feat

What makes Drake Maye’s rise even more remarkable is that he’s doing it in just his second year, for a franchise that’s cycled through quarterbacks since Tom Brady’s departure. His poise, accuracy, and leadership have brought the Patriots back into the contender conversation—something that felt distant not long ago.

This week, the Patriots return home to face the Atlanta Falcons, and all eyes will be on Drake Maye. Each game is another chance for the young quarterback to strengthen his MVP case and, perhaps, challenge Mahomes’ grip on the league’s top honor.

What a dime from Drake Maye for his 3rd TD pass of the day 🔥

CLEvsNE on FOX/FOX Onehttps://t.co/HkKw7uXVnt pic.twitter.com/Auh3Hkcdm4

— NFL (@NFL) October 26, 2025