Patriots QB Drake Maye Earns Second Pro Bowl Nod, Solidifies MVP Candidacy

New England Patriots QB Drake Maye has been named to the 2026 AFC Pro Bowl roster, his second consecutive selection, and is currently second in NFL MVP voting behind Matthew Stafford. The second-year signal-caller has guided the 12-3 Patriots to a playoff berth, boasting 29 total touchdowns (25 passing, 4 rushing) and a league-leading 70.9% completion percentage. Despite a challenging supporting cast and new coaching staff, Maye has showcased remarkable pocket awareness and deep-ball passing, solidifying his spot among the league's top quarterbacks. He's also listed among top QBs entering Week 17.