The New England Patriots definitely need to make it a point to add some more weapons for quarterback Drake Maye this offseason, and while wide receiver should be their top priority, they also may want to consider bringing in another tight end.

The New England Patriots have one of the most promising young quarterbacks in the NFL in Drake Maye. The No. 3 overall draft pick out of North Carolina completed two of every three passes he threw in his 2024 rookie season for 2,

Teammate Christian Gonzalez called him a superstar, one that could elevate the team to playoff contention as soon as next season. Coach Mike Vrabel listed him as one of the reasons he was interested in taking the job. Former players expressed confidence that the return of offensive coordinator Josh McDaniels will only maximize Maye.

Drake Maye's rookie season may have been a success, but the New England Patriots were a disaster on the whole. After a 4-13 record in 2024, the Patriots have a litany of roster issues to clean up. They've got no reliable weapons for Maye to throw to.

In a rookie season in which he was not given a start until Week Six, New England Patriots quarterback Drake Maye developed what one longtime NFL insider called a “mythical reputation” around the league.

Mike Masala previously served as the Managing Editor of USA TODAY's Dolphins Wire as well as a contributing writer at Patriots Wire. A lifelong New England resident, he is the self-proclaimed captain and lone member of the Laurence Maroney Fan Club. Follow on Twitter/X: @Mike_Masala

The list of top players the Patriots are believed to be a great suitor for continues to grow, with starting guard Trey Smith being the latest addition.