3 and Out with John Middlekauff Josh Allen & Bills STUNNED by Drake Maye & Patriots on SNF + NFL Week 5
Oct 6, 2025
A stunning upset as Drake Maye leads the Patriots past the Bills steals the spotlight. John analyzes playcalling blunders in the Eagles-Broncos match. The Sam Darnold-Baker Mayfield duel showcases impressive improvisation. Surprising results emerge with the Titans and Saints rising. Meanwhile, Arch Manning's performance raises questions about his draft prospects. UCLA pulls off a shock against Penn State, spotlighting coaching strategies. Lastly, John reflects on Mark Sanchez's incident as a cautionary tale about public choices.
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Drake Maye Breakout Under Vrabel
- Drake Maye played the best and most important game of his young career and used mobility and throws to win on the road.
- Mike Vrabel's aggressive coaching and feeding Stefon Diggs were decisive in New England's upset of Buffalo.
Be Aggressive In Late Underdog Situations
- When trailing late as an underdog, prioritize aggressive plays that maximize scoring chance rather than safe halftime field goals.
- Lean into momentum and swing plays instead of settling for low-reward options at critical moments.
Bills Still Heavily Josh-Dependent
- Josh Allen consistently scrambles and creates plays but the Bills remain heavily quarterback-dependent.
- Without more elite complementary talent, Allen's heroics will sometimes fall short in close games.