FOXBOROUGH – Last week, it was easy to draw parallels between Drake Maye and Josh Allen.
As for Justin Herbert, this week’s opposing quarterback, there may be even more similarities.
Speaking with the media on Tuesday, Maye even pointed one out.
“First off, he seems like a great leader. I think you see that and you see a little bit of the same personality as me, more quiet and earn the guy’s respect,” Maye said, noting an attribute that’s also been drawn to the Patriots rookie. “I think you see him coming out more and more, the stuff you see at the Chargers.
“He means a lot to that offense. You can see what he does making plays with his feet, but I think the biggest thing is he’s just consistent. He doesn’t turn the ball over and he just does a good job of moving the football and finding ways to win.”
Maye (15 turnovers) still has a ways to go to lessen his giveaway total, not to mention finding ways to win. But he has the tools to get there.
Hunter Henry, who is Maye’s favorite target, was once Herbert’s go-to-guy. He had plenty to say about the LA Chargers quarterback, who will be in town Saturday to take on the 3-12 Patriots.
“I mean, Justin’s a stud, man. Everybody sees the stuff he does on the field,” Henry said. “I think it’s been cool for me. I was there with him as a rookie and to just watch from afar, the growth that he’s had. I mean, he was killing it his rookie year, but just the growth that he’s continued to have.
“He has all the tools, strong arm and makes every throw. He’s mobile, he can extend plays, he can run. He just presents a lot of challenges for defense. He’s a special, special player. It’s always fun. He’s a high level competitor that loves to compete and loves to win and you got to love him going against a guy like that.”
- BETTING: Check out our MA sports betting guide, where you can learn basic terminology, definitions and how to read odds for those interested in learning how to bet in Massachusetts.
