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Patriots QB Coach Uses Chicken Wings to Motivate Maye
Patriots QB coach Ashton Grant uses chicken wings to show Drake Maye there's always more to improve.
In brief
Patriots QB coach Ashton Grant uses chicken wings to show Drake Maye there's always more to improve. Patriots quarterbacks coach Ashton Grant uses chicken wings as a metaphor to motivate Drake Maye to keep improving. Originally reported by CBS Sports.
Motivation Method
Patriots quarterbacks coach Ashton Grant uses chicken wings to motivate Drake Maye.
“He's someone that wants to chase perfection, and I think that is good.”
Chicken Wing Metaphor
Grant compares chicken wings to the work needed for excellence, leaving meat on the bone.
“You know, we joke around with like chicken wings, and if you guys ever eat wings ... people throw them away, and there's a little bit of meat left.”
Maye's Performance
Maye has one touchdown and 386 passing yards with four interceptions this season.
“He has just one touchdown and 386 passing yards to go along with four interceptions.”
Metaphor Explained
Chicken wings require extra effort to polish, symbolizing continuous improvement.
“While it's relatively easy to get most of the meat off the bone, it takes a little more time and effort to polish it off.”
Upcoming Game
Patriots face Jaguars this weekend in Florida.
“He and the Patriots face the Jacksonville Jaguars in Florida this weekend.”
Here's the gist
Patriots quarterbacks coach Ashton Grant uses chicken wings as a metaphor to motivate Drake Maye to keep improving.
