The Herd with Colin Cowherd 3 and Out - Drake Maye & Patriots secure HUGE WIN vs. Ravens on SNF + NFL Week 16 Reaction
Dec 22, 2025
John Middlekauff, a former NFL scout and insightful analyst, reacts to Drake Maye's impressive performance in the Patriots' thrilling win against the Ravens. He discusses the significance of backup quarterbacks like Tyler Huntley and Malik Willis, and highlights Maye's deep-ball accuracy. The conversation shifts to New England's coaching strategies and the implications of Lamar Jackson's injuries for the Ravens. They'll also touch on the AFC playoff race and the potential impact of emerging threats like the Texans and Chargers.
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Drake Maye's Poise And Elite Deep Ball
- Drake Maye's deep ball and second-half poise transformed the Patriots' offense and swung the game.
- John Middlekauff credits coaching and Maye's accuracy as a historic trait for big completions.
Coaching Elevates Young QBs
- Good coaching steadies young quarterbacks after early mistakes and poor play-calling.
- Middlekauff says competent leadership helped Maye rebound from a rocky start to finish strong.
Prepare Backups Mentally, Not Just Physically
- Prepare backups mentally because they rarely take physical reps with the game plan.
- Treat scout-team QBs' readiness as primarily a mental preparation task.