Patriots' Drake Maye wins Super Bowl berth with improvised play, leaves teammates stunned.
In a thrilling turn of events, New England Patriots quarterback Drake Maye sealed the team's spot in the Super Bowl with an impromptu improvisation on the field. The 22-year-old signal-caller won a footrace to the first down marker, beating out Denver Broncos defender Jonah Elliss and securing the first down.
According to reports, the play was not part of the original game plan. Maye reportedly called his own number and made a naked bootleg, dodging defenders and getting to the spot before Elliss could catch up. Patriots center Garrett Bradbury described the scene as "chaotic" after he hit his block and watched as Maye sprinted past him.
"I debated telling you guys if I was gonna (keep) it or not," Maye said in a post-game interview, recalling the moment when he made the call to keep the ball. "But I just decided not to."
Maye's decision ultimately paid off, as he picked up the first down and allowed the Patriots to kneel down three times, ending the game.
"It was a cool moment," Maye said of his improvisation. "We were in big personnel running the same deal to the right, a little stretch play, and at some point they got lackadaisical and got a chance to get around the edge."
Maye's performance has been seen as a testament to his growth and development as a quarterback. While he didn't have his strongest game as a passer, his ability to think on his feet and use his legs to help propel the team into the Super Bowl was instrumental in securing their spot.
For Maye, who has come full circle from being a young fan of quarterbacks like Peyton Manning, this moment represents a dream come true. "I think when I was in seventh grade, my dad said if the Panthers made it [to the Super Bowl] we were going to go," Maye recalled. "It's a special moment for the team."
As the Patriots prepare to take on their opponents in the Super Bowl, fans can't help but be excited about what the future holds for this talented young quarterback and his team.
In a thrilling turn of events, New England Patriots quarterback Drake Maye sealed the team's spot in the Super Bowl with an impromptu improvisation on the field. The 22-year-old signal-caller won a footrace to the first down marker, beating out Denver Broncos defender Jonah Elliss and securing the first down.
According to reports, the play was not part of the original game plan. Maye reportedly called his own number and made a naked bootleg, dodging defenders and getting to the spot before Elliss could catch up. Patriots center Garrett Bradbury described the scene as "chaotic" after he hit his block and watched as Maye sprinted past him.
"I debated telling you guys if I was gonna (keep) it or not," Maye said in a post-game interview, recalling the moment when he made the call to keep the ball. "But I just decided not to."
Maye's decision ultimately paid off, as he picked up the first down and allowed the Patriots to kneel down three times, ending the game.
"It was a cool moment," Maye said of his improvisation. "We were in big personnel running the same deal to the right, a little stretch play, and at some point they got lackadaisical and got a chance to get around the edge."
Maye's performance has been seen as a testament to his growth and development as a quarterback. While he didn't have his strongest game as a passer, his ability to think on his feet and use his legs to help propel the team into the Super Bowl was instrumental in securing their spot.
For Maye, who has come full circle from being a young fan of quarterbacks like Peyton Manning, this moment represents a dream come true. "I think when I was in seventh grade, my dad said if the Panthers made it [to the Super Bowl] we were going to go," Maye recalled. "It's a special moment for the team."
As the Patriots prepare to take on their opponents in the Super Bowl, fans can't help but be excited about what the future holds for this talented young quarterback and his team.
I'm literally dying over here thinking about that insane play by Drake Maye! Like, who else can make a game-changing run on their own like that?! 
It's crazy to think he just decided to go for it and left his teammates in the dust! 
I mean, I've seen some wild stuff happen in sports before, but this is NEXT LEVEL. And can we talk about how cool it is that he's a fan of Peyton Manning? 
Like, what's more iconic than idolizing a legend like him?! 
I'm low-key rooting for the Patriots now just because Maye's so clutch and exciting to watch! 
I mean, who needs a play call when you've got a QB like Drake Maye making plays like that?! He's literally a superhero on the field 
It's amazing how he was able to think on his feet and make something out of nothing. The dude is a game-changer! 
What an incredible moment for him and his team - they're definitely going to be talking about this for a long time 
The Patriots are lucky to have him I guess! 
he's so clutch! I was on the edge of my seat when he dodged those defenders like a pro 
and can't wait to see what he does in the Super Bowl this year!! Patriots are gonna crush it 
And what a beautiful thing for a young athlete like him to be able to tap into that kind of focus and calm under pressure. It's not just about being a good quarterback, it's about being present in the moment and making decisions that align with your vision.