Drake Maye ’s rise to NFL stardom amid the Patriots’ thrilling eight-game winning streak has deservedly put the second-year quarterback in MVP conversations .

His success, albeit individually impressive through 11 games, has in part been made possible by his weapons on offense. New England’s veteran receivers, in particular, have played an integral role in Maye’s development, as well as achieving a league-best 9-2 record.

Wide receivers Stefon Diggs and Mack Hollins along with tight end Hunter Henry stepped up in the air in the Patriots’ Thursday night victory over the Jets. The trio were reliable down field all night on a short week as WR Kayshon Boutte (hamstring) missed a second-straight game and TE Austin Hooper (concussion) was similarly inactive.

Maye was asked about his

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