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Drake Maye talks goal of being Day 1 starter for Patriots and more on WEEI

New Patriots quarterback Drake Maye Jones appeared on WEEI’s “Jones & Mego” show on Monday, touching on a variety of topics including his chances of being a Day 1 starter, his new teammates, and much more.

Here are a few highlights from Maye’s extended radio interview:

A starting spot out of the gate?

Jerod Mayo stressed on WEEI Monday morning that the “best player will play” when it comes to who gets the ball at quarterback for Week 1 of the 2024 season.

Even though Maye has all of the makings of a potential franchise fixture at quarterback, New England also doesn’t necessarily need to throw him into the fire this season — especially if the 21-year-old QB needs more time to learn New England’s system and the challenges that await against NFL competition.