Drake May Endorses Patriots Calling Designed QB Runs Originally published NBC Sports Boston
The New England Patriots finally decided to move Drake May in. Loss of buffalo bills on Sunday.
Offensive coordinator Alex Van Pelt had. Moved away from calling designed runs for the rookie quarterback in his last eight games. Keeping Mai healthy has been a top priority, especially since she was 22 years old A hesitation was encountered In week 8
Last week, the Patriots’ refusal to call May’s runs was the subject of criticism as it proved costly for the team. A loss to the Arizona Cardinals. After failing to convert third-and-1 and fourth-and-1 at the goal line, many wondered why they didn’t use their big, mobile QB in critical short-yardage situations.
It appears to be head coach Jarrod Mayo. Van Pelt’s unusual call-out There was a tipping point. On Sunday, the Patriots called multiple designed QB runs for the first time all season. Mai was a fan of change.
“I’m a big 6’5 guy who can pick up a yard and beat somebody with a lot of speed. I think people underestimate me a little bit,” Maye said.
“I think it helps us offensively to move the chains. At this point, we need some help whether it’s short yardage or different areas like making plays for me in the red zone.”
Maye finished with 30 yards on six carries, including a 13-yard scamper on fourth-and-1. His other designed runs included a QB cover at the Patriots’ one-yard line and a two-yard gain on second-and-1.
Judging by Mayo’s postgame comments, we should see more designed runs for Mayo in the Patriots’ final two games of the season.
“For us, we thought it was perfect for the football team.” “He can play with his legs and he did that today,” he said.
Addiction His coaches had his back. After Sunday’s game, he will try to help New England end its tumultuous season on a high note, calling the recent chatter about his job security “BS.” Saturday’s showdown with the Los Angeles Chargers at Gillette Stadium.
