INDIANAPOLIS – The Patriots had a clear goal for Drake Maye entering last season. Mike Vrabel wanted his starting quarterback to develop into a more vocal leader. In his second NFL season, Maye was named a captain for the first time. As the year progressed, players praised their quarterback for his emerging leadership qualities.

Patriots' Mike Vrabel Reveals What Area Drake Maye Needs To Improve In originally appeared on The Sporting News. Add The Sporting News as a Preferred Source by clicking here. The New England Patriots reached the Super Bowl last season, in large part thanks to Drake Maye's phenomenal season.

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