Drake Maye enters the 2026-27 regular season as one of the NFL’s more mobile quarterbacks, having rushed for 450 yards and four touchdowns on 103 carries in 2025 while posting a league-high scramble rate. His athleticism and tendency to extend plays with his legs remain central to New England’s offense under the current scheme, though the Patriots face a significantly tougher schedule after last year’s easier slate. Week 1 produced seven rushes for 47 yards with no scores amid three interceptions and an early exit for newly acquired receiver A.J. Brown. Additions like Brown and Romeo Doubs could improve red-zone efficiency or alter designed-run usage, while Maye’s continued high volume of scrambles supports the potential for multiple ground scores if the offensive line and supporting cast hold up.