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The Patriots took two more rookies late in the draft. Quarterback Joe Milton III, a sixth-rounder, has yet to be active as the third-stringer behind Maye and Jacoby Brissett. Bell has played 33 offensive snaps with one 1-yard catch.

New England Patriots offensive coordinator Alex Van Pelt isn't giving Drake Maye a pass for the numerous turnovers. Many have chalked those struggles up to a rookie quarterback learning at the NFL level.

There is no doubt that the Patriots' offense looks considerably better since Maye supplanted Jacoby Brissett in mid-October, and one AFC defensive assistant offered a rather rave

The New England Patriots’ rookie class has not gotten off to the start many would have hoped. That is beyond No. 3 overall pick Drake Maye, who has been overall impressive in his first career seven starts.

When the New England Patriots made the decision to start rookie quarterback Drake Maye so early, many worried about his ability to stay healthy and to rise above the roster issues. There were concerns about hurting his confidence and ruining his development by playing him too early.