In a lighthearted moment, Drake Maye, the New England Patriots’ newly drafted quarterback, showcased his powerful arm during a friendly volleyball game with children. Maye, selected third overall in this year’s NFL draft, is anticipated to make his professional debut for the Patriots in the upcoming season.
However, in a humorous turn of events, the New England quarterback unintentionally displayed his throwing prowess on Tuesday while engaging in a volleyball match with kids. In one of the clips, Maye seems to have hit a child with the ball, eliciting an ‘ooh’ from the spectators and leaving the 21-year-old raising his hand in apology, unable to contain his laughter.
Drake Maye couldn’t hold back his laughter after accidentally pelting a child with a ball during the volleyball game.
Drake Maye attends the Patriots’ minicamp as he prepares for his rookie season in the NFL.
Another clip captures Maye taking out his center, David Andrews, from the game with a well-aimed hit. Last month, Maye secured a fully guaranteed rookie contract worth $36.63 million, including a substantial $23.46 million signing bonus. As reported by ESPN’s Adam Schefter, the contract spans four years with a fifth-year option.
Maye assumes the quarterback role in New England three years after the team selected Mac Jones 15th overall. Jones experienced a regression following a promising rookie season. The Patriots will kick off their season on September 8 against the Bengals.
