Dolphins’ Mike McDaniel Waxes Poetic About Patriots’ Drake Maye

Miami Dolphins head coach Mike McDaniel is a fan of what’s going on down at One Patriot Place.

McDaniel was asked about a litany of topics in his first press conference prior to hosting the New England Patriots on Sunday, but what stood out the most was his answer to a question regarding Drake Maye — who he clearly likes.

“I saw a true quarterback who has the ability to gain the confidence of his teammates and lead and orchestrate an offense. I saw a guy that can make plays in a multitude of ways,” McDaniel said, per team-provided video. “… He’s a guy that can see down the field, can play fearlessly in the pocket, and make every throw — with the arm strength to do it. But, then also is a very good athlete that has some juice and can make plays off schedule. I think that’s been a huge bonus to their offense as of late. They’ve had some explosive plays, whether he threw it outside the pocket or scrambled outside the pocket. He’s a guy that you expect to continue to get better.

“It’s always impressive when rookie quarterbacks make plays at the NFL level. Just because there’s a lot coming at them, they just learned the foreign language a handful of months ago and are doing it in live action with guys that are trying to inflict pain on you. I think it’s a credit to him and his preparation and the coaching staff as well.”

Do you think he’s a fan?

Maye’s impressive start hasn’t showcased itself in many wins, but there’s no doubt he’s the future of the franchise in New England. The Patriots just have to make sure not to screw it up.