Derius Swinton II, who previously joined the Raiders as assistant special teams coordinator in 2023 after working with the Patriots’ offensive coordinator, credits the coaching staff, particularly Josh McDaniels, for fostering Maye’s growing confidence. Swinton highlighted McDaniels’ knack for aligning a quarterback with the offensive system that best fits their strengths, while exploiting defenses each week.
Swinton described McDaniels as a highly prepared coach who leaves no stone unturned each game week. He said McDaniels helps quarterbacks play with speed and confidence, noting that Maye’s weekly performances reflect the relationship growing between player and coach. Swinton also asserted that McDaniels is among the best at developing quarterbacks and taking them to their highest level.
The Maye-McDaniels collaboration showed life against Las Vegas, with Maye completing 4 of 6 passes for 149 yards and two downfield TDs, contributing to the Patriots’ highest-scoring game with Maye at the helm. Afterward, Maye praised McDaniels for putting the offense in a position to succeed, calling the game plan “beautiful” and saying the team executed well.
McDaniels himself remarked that Maye has been making progress each week, a sentiment shared ahead of the upcoming matchup with the New York Jets at Gillette Stadium. At 3-2, New England has an opportunity to extend its winning streak to three games.
