Drake Maye’s rough start to his third NFL season grew worse in Week 3 while New England teammate Mack Hollins had a big day, as did Dallas running back Javonte Williams and Indianapolis wide receiver Josh Downs.
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Tar Heels in NFL: Hampton, Downs have big days; Maye wins but unsatisfied by his play
Several former Carolina players turned in strong Week 2 performances, topped by Los Angeles Chargers running back Omarion Hampton and Indianapolis Colts wide receiver Josh Downs in losses. New England got its first win and Drake Maye outplayed Aaron Rodgers even though it was not his best day.
Tar Heels in NFL: Maye’s frustration, Williams two TDs mark ups and downs of Week 1
There were ups and downs during Week 1 of the NFL season for former Carolina players, most of whom endured losses, from Drake Maye’s three interceptions on Wednesday to Javonte Williams’ standout performance on Sunday night football.
Titans’ Gray in concussion protocol after vehicle accident
Former UNC linebacker Cedric Gray has entered the NFL’s concussion protocol after being involved in an accident over the weekend, the Tennessee Titans announced Monday.
Tar Heels in NFL: Stars sit while others fight for roster spots; Tez Walker solidifies spot as starter
Week 2 of the NFL preseason brought mixed results for former UNC players scattered across the league. Performances ranged from breakout showings to nagging injuries ahead of rosters getting cut to 53 by Sunday. The results carried extra weight for players fighting for depth roles, from Ty Chandler’s workhorse showing on special teams in New Orleans to Alijah Huzzie’s active night for Houston.
Tar Heels in NFL: Howell makes case to be Dallas backup, throws TD pass in solid game; several linemen get chance to prove themselves
Sam Howell threw a long touchdown pass for the Dallas Cowboys to highlight the performances of former UNC players on the first weekend of NFL preseason games. Howell started for the Cowboys in their 17–7 win over Seattle and made his case to be the backup quarterback behind Dak Prescott.
When do Tar Heels play in NFL preseason openers this weekend? Brooks breaks hand
Every team with a Tar Heel in NFL training camps plays its preseason opener this weekend, with stars such as Drake Maye or Javonte Williams unlikely to play. In contrast, others will take snaps attempting to solidify their positions. Among the former UNC players who won’t be playing is Houston fullback British Brooks, who had surgery Aug. 5 to repair a broken hand suffered in practice, and is expected to be out a few more weeks.
Maye hungry, focused after sting of Pats’ Super Bowl loss
The sting of the Super Bowl loss to the Seattle Seahawks hasn’t gone away for New England Patriots quarterback Drake Maye, but neither has his hunger and drive to keep getting better. At Patriots training camp on Saturday, Maye talked about last year’s breakout season and what he’s looking for next season, which starts with a national-TV rematch against the Seahawks on Wednesday, Sept. 9.
31 Tar Heels headed to NFL camps, with Maye among nine projected to start
There will be 31 Tar Heels at NFL training camps that open in the coming days, including nine projected starters, several players who have changed teams and four rookies. Some will report this week, and all will be in camps by Tuesday, July 28.
Maye’s numbers dip, but he leads Pats to 7th straight win; Stewart hurt
No matter what numbers Drake Maye puts up, he just keeps winning. Maye led New England to a 28–16 victory Sunday at Tampa Bay for the 8–2 Patriots’ seventh consecutive win, giving them a 1½-game lead atop the AFC East.
Maye overcomes mistakes, extends Pats’ streak to six; Gray has monster game
Drake Maye didn’t have his best day, but it was enough to lead New England to its sixth consecutive victory.
Maye prompts ‘MVP’ chants after throwing 3 TD passes, joining elite company in rout
You might be able to slow down Drake Maye for one half. But with the way he’s playing, even the No. 1-ranked defense in the NFL can’t do it for an entire game. After the Cleveland Browns kept Maye from producing a touchdown in the first half, he threw three in the third quarter as the New England Patriots (6–2) turned a two-point halftime lead into a blowout on their way to a 32–13 home win on Sunday.
Maye sets Pats’ accuracy record with another historic performance in fourth straight victory
Drake Maye took his share of hits but kept hitting receivers with stunning precision and range, leading the New England Patriots to their fourth consecutive victory — and making more history in the process.
Maye continues to make history with dazzling play, Pats keep winning; Downs catches TD pass
Every week, Drake Maye displays magical performances and makes history along the way. On Sunday, Maye, who might be the best quarterback in the NFL through six weeks, led the New England Patriots to their third consecutive victory on the same day that Josh Downs caught his first touchdown pass of the season.
Williams has career-best rushing day; big Maye win; Carter scores; Hampton hurt
On Sunday afternoon, it felt like 2020 when Javonte Williams and Michael Carter were scoring touchdowns for Carolina. Sunday night, Drake Maye showed he’s poised to be a star in the NFL.