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Drake Maye Humbly Talks About Legend Tom Brady – And The “GOAT’s” Reaction Excites Patriots Fans

Foxborough, Massachusetts – November 2025

After the morning practice session at the New England Patriots' training facility, rookie Drake Maye became the center of attention when asked about “following in the footsteps” of legend Tom Brady – the man who brought six Super Bowl titles to the franchise. Maye’s smile flashed briefly, then he answered with a humility rarely seen in today’s football era.

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“Goal in the Brady style? No… Tom has thrown thousands of those. I’ll never be as good as him,” Maye said. “Honestly, just being in the same locker room that Brady once walked through is already an honor. He’s the one who laid the foundation for this entire organization – and I’m just trying not to mess it up.” The remark made the entire press room burst into laughter, but it was also full of respect.

Many reporters noted this was one of Maye’s most “Patriots-like” answers since being drafted. No promises, no showboating – just respect for the predecessor and the humility of someone on a learning path. Fans on social media immediately shared the interview clip, calling him “Brady’s spiritual son.”

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When asked about Tom Brady’s reaction, the No. 12 legend quickly commented on a podcast: “That kid has a New England heart. Never say you can’t do something. I’ve heard that thousands of times – and then it still happens. Just fight with everything you’ve got, the rest will come on its own.” The encouraging words sent Patriots fans into a frenzy.

The story between Brady and Maye is becoming a powerfully spreading topic in Foxborough. A legend has departed, but his legacy continues through the respect and ambition of the new generation. And when Drake Maye steps onto the field in a Patriots uniform, people don’t need him to “become Brady” – they just need him to dare to dream big like Brady once did.

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Just Hours Before Kickoff, Drake Maye Silences the NFL – Not With a Throw, But With a Special Gesture Honoring Late Young Cowboys Star
November 9, 2025 Foxborough, Massachusetts – Just a few hours before the Patriots enter the highly anticipated clash with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, Drake Maye has moved the entire NFL. Not with a classy throw, but with a simple yet profoundly meaningful action. When appearing in the warm-up session, people noticed on the left wrist of the 22-year-old rookie a white bracelet with handwritten words: “FOR HIM 94.” According to internal sources from the Patriots, this is a special gesture Maye dedicated to Marshawn Kneeland, the young star of the Dallas Cowboys who just passed away due to mental crisis only a few days earlier. The number “94” is exactly Kneeland’s jersey number – the person Maye once admired when still playing in college. That small action quickly spread, creating a wave of emotion throughout the NFL community, especially among young players. “Even if we are no longer on the same field, sharing actions will always connect us,” Maye wrote in the message reposted by the Patriots on social media. “Football is not just a battle between teams – it is the journey of people who know how to care, know how to support each other. And when one falls, the rest of us must continue playing – for them.” These words left Patriots Nation silent in emotion. After the light practice, Maye shared more about the connection between NFL players. “Here, we can be opponents on Sunday, but brothers in every other moment,” he said. “I never played with Marshawn, but I understand him through stories, through the spirit he left behind. When stepping on the field today, I carry him with me – not as a legend, but as a friend.” When Maye stepped onto Raymond James, the image of the white bracelet became a symbol of camaraderie transcending team boundaries. The entire stands stood up as he warmed up, many teammates also wore white bands on their wrists to commemorate Kneeland. Without needing a single pass, Drake Maye has touched the hearts of the entire NFL, reminding everyone that: in the world of the strongest collisions, kindness and compassion are what remain forever.