# Drake Maye's turning point

> Patriots QB Drake Maye calls his season slump a turning point after Week 3 loss.
- Title: Drake Maye's turning point · NBC Sports | Shortify
- Summary: Patriots QB Drake Maye calls his season slump a turning point after Week 3 loss. Patriots quarterback Drake Maye says his offensive struggles and fumbles…
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- Source: NBC Sports — https://nbcsports.com/nfl/profootballtalk/rumor-mill/news/drake-maye-this-has-to-be-a-turning-point
- Published: 2026-09-27T22:22:30.943+00:00
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## Maye's Week 3 loss
Patriots quarterback Drake Maye lost a fumble in the second quarter and threw an interception in the end zone before halftime.
## Maye's sixth interception
Maye's second interception of the game, and sixth of the season, led to a Jacksonville touchdown that made it 28-6 in the third quarter.
## Maye's statement
Maye said the fumble came because center Jared Wilson’s hand was bleeding but needs to take better care of the ball and snap out of his season funk.
## Maye's turning point
Maye called the loss a turning point, saying he must look himself in the mirror and lead the team after three weeks of offensive struggles.
## Next game
The Patriots face the Bills in Buffalo next week after their Week 3 loss to Jacksonville.
## Key takeaway

Patriots quarterback Drake Maye says his offensive struggles and fumbles must end as a turning point after a Week 3 loss to Jacksonville.