Drake Maye Leads Patriots to Stunning Comeback Over Ravens, Clinches Playoff Spot
Last night’s game between the New England Patriots and the Baltimore Ravens turned into one of the most thrilling finishes of the NFL season. The Patriots found themselves trailing by 11 points in the fourth quarter, but quarterback Drake Maye stepped up in spectacular fashion to deliver what might be called his MVP moment. Despite the pressure and the stakes, Maye orchestrated a furious comeback, ultimately leading New England to a 28-24 victory and securing a playoff berth.
The game had already taken a dramatic turn before the fourth quarter even began. Ravens star quarterback Lamar Jackson suffered a back injury in the first half, forcing him out of the game. Tyler Huntley had to take over, a difficult task against a Patriots team fighting to keep their position in the AFC East. Even without Jackson, the Ravens managed to stay competitive, scoring first on a Derrick Henry 21-yard touchdown run and later capitalizing on an 18-yard end-around by Zay Flowers, giving them a 17-13 lead.
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The Patriots’ attempt at a fake punt early in the second half failed, giving the Ravens prime field position. Derrick Henry punched in a second touchdown, extending Baltimore’s lead to 24-13 with just under 13 minutes left. At that point, it seemed like the Patriots’ playoff hopes could be slipping away. But that’s when Maye truly took control. He threw a precise 37-yard touchdown to rookie Kyle Williams and completed a successful two-point conversion, narrowing the deficit to three points and reigniting New England’s momentum.
Maye’s heroics continued on a critical fourth-and-2, connecting with Stefon Diggs to keep the drive alive. Rhamondre Stevenson finished the drive with a 21-yard touchdown run, giving the Patriots a 28-24 lead with just over two minutes remaining. On the defensive side, K’Lavon Chaisson delivered a clutch play, forcing a fumble on Zay Flowers and securing the Patriots’ victory.
With this win, New England improves to 12-3 and remains in contention for the No. 1 seed in the AFC. The Ravens, now 7-8, see their playoff hopes dim, while the Steelers could clinch the AFC North with the right combination of results next week.
Drake Maye finished with 380 passing yards and two touchdowns, marking the first 300-yard game of his career. Even as the MVP race may still be dominated by players like Matthew Stafford, Maye’s performance on Sunday night has firmly placed him in the conversation. For the Patriots, this game wasn’t just a comeback—it was a statement that they are ready for the playoffs, and for the Ravens, it’s a bitter reminder of how quickly fortunes can change in the NFL.
The Patriots now look ahead to Week 17 against the New York Jets and then a Week 18 clash with the Miami Dolphins, carrying momentum and confidence into the postseason.
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