On May 27, 2026, quarterback Drake May addressed the media at New England Patriots OTAs to discuss his physical conditioning. However, sports analysts are far more preoccupied with how the young signal-caller will handle the arrival of superstar wideout A.J. Brown.
On The Bill Simmons Podcast, analyst Max Kellerman pointed out that a top-tier receiver can completely transform a young quarterback's trajectory. Kellerman noted that Drake May "looked lost in the Super Bowl" but argued that adding a weapon like A.J. Brown "can easily have him taking the next step, especially in the moment of truth."
Others are predicting an even higher ceiling for Drake May's upcoming campaign. On the Fantasy Footballers podcast, Andy Holloway declared him his "number two overall fantasy quarterback" for the upcoming season, projecting him as a "4,000-plus yard passer." Meanwhile, on First Take, former NFL offensive lineman Damien Woody reminded audiences that May already "finished second in the MVP" voting, making the addition of A.J. Brown "a big effing deal" for the team.
Whether Drake May is indeed primed for an MVP-caliber leap or still recovering from his postseason struggles, all eyes will be on how quickly he can build chemistry with his new WR1 when New England Patriots training camp officially kicks off.