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With Mike Vrabel coming aboard as head coach, and with some significant investments into the roster during the offseason, the New England Patriots are widely considered a team on the upswing. How much they will improve remains to be seen, as does which players will step forward under a new staff.
That is precisely the subject of our new weekend discussion:
First some picks from our staff, then it’s up to the comment section for your picks.
Bernd Buchmasser: QB Drake Maye. While his rookie season was not bad by any means, the 2024 first-round draft pick was only just scratching the surface of his potential — despite finding himself in one of the worst offensive structures in the NFL last year. The additions of Mike Vrabel, Josh McDaniels and some more support pieces at the skill positions and along the offensive line should help bring the best out of Maye this year.
Pat Lane: ED Keion White. I genuinely think that White is a guy that wants to be coached hard, and I think that will happen this year. The Patriots are in need of someone to help out their pass rush, and another year of maturing, plus improved coaching and quality veterans like Harold Landry will help him reach his full potential.
Matt St. Jean: QB Drake Maye. The addition of offensive coordinator Josh McDaniels is exactly what Drake Maye needed to take his talent to the next level. McDaniels should get the most out of Maye, giving him the answers he needs in the passing game while drawing up a run game that plays on the young quarterback’s athleticism. Add in what should hopefully be an improved line and group of skill players around Maye, and he should be in a good position to play at a higher level with better production in 2025.
Now, it’s your turn: Who do you think will be the Patriots’ most improved player in 2025? Please scroll down to the comment section below to share your answers, thoughts, and more.
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