The Drake Maye Reality Check

Real talk: The Patriots are in trouble. Drake Maye threw two more brutal interceptions in a 35-6 loss to the Jaguars, and the vibes are off. He’s now racked up six picks this season—the highest in the league—and the damage is showing. We’re talking about -30.1 expected points added, which is the worst mark through three weeks since 2024.

It’s not just the stats; it’s the timing. Whether he’s tossing picks in the red zone or before halftime, these mistakes are killing any chance of momentum. Patriots coach Mike Vrabel admitted his concern level is "very high." New England doesn’t have the same margin for error as last year, and Maye just isn't making up for the chaos with those big downfield plays we saw last season.

Trevor Lawrence is Him

While Maye is struggling, Trevor Lawrence is cooking in Jacksonville. He finished with three touchdown passes and looked like the elite QB we all projected him to be. His accuracy over the middle and ability to handle pressure is highkey impressive. He’s finally unlocking that big-arm potential that made him a draft star. It's giving main character energy.

Commanders and Seahawks Chaos

Washington pulled off a wild 33-31 win against the Seahawks without Jayden Daniels. Marcus Mariota stepped up with three touchdowns, and the defense turned it on when it mattered most, including a clutch pick-six from Kain Medrano. For Seattle, Sam Darnold looked sharp through the air, but the run game is clearly missing Kenneth Walker. Letting him leave after a Super Bowl run is looking like a massive L.

Around the League

The Giants managed a gritty 12-7 win over the Titans in absolute nightmare weather, but the QB room is still a major question mark post-Jaxson Dart. Meanwhile, in a league where winning with a -4 turnover margin is historically near-impossible, the Bills somehow defied the odds to take down their opponent.

Why it matters

We’re three weeks in and the league is already shaking up. The Patriots are realizing that turnovers are a death sentence, while teams like Washington are proving that roster depth and heart can overcome major injuries. If your team isn't protecting the football, the season might be over before you know it.