"The Patriots won a wild Week 2 game in the South Florida heat, somehow surviving 12 accepted penalties and another abysmal showing on special teams that nearly cost them the game late. There were definitely too many problem areas in this one for the now 1-1 Patriots. The good news? Some of New England's most important players came up huge in a win that could end up being a turning point for this 2025 season."
"This was a monumental performance from the Patriots' young QB. He only threw four incomplete passes, never put the ball in harm's way, and delivered the best throw of his young career on a 55-yard dime to running back Rhamondre Stevenson late in the third quarter. He finished with a 137.3 passer rating, a career high. Maye worked the pocket well, played in rhythm, and was smart with his legs. It was an all-around good performance for New England's most important player."
New England beat Miami 33-27 despite 12 accepted penalties and poor special teams play that nearly cost the game late. The offense produced balance with 122 rushing yards, protected the quarterback, and converted 7-of-12 on third downs plus three touchdowns in four red-zone trips. Drake Maye completed most throws, avoided turnovers, hit a 55-yard touchdown to Rhamondre Stevenson, and posted a 137.3 passer rating. The offensive line pressured Maye on just six of 31 drop-backs. Penalty issues, including pre-snap infractions, remain a problem to address moving forward.
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