Now, McDaniels has to develop that same rapport with Maye. "Coach has been great with asking about stuff I like -- stuff I like from last year that we ran. Stuff that I like that

After the Patriots selected Will Campbell with the No. 4 overall pick, the offensive tackle said he's ready to "fight and die to protect [Maye] with everything I've got." Hearing that quote from the rookie had Maye ready for the season to start.

After the New England Patriots drafted their 2025 class, there will no doubt be expectations for a vast improvement this season under second-year quarterback Drake Maye and new head coach Mike Vrabel.