Drake Maye's breakout in 2025 is one of the best stories of the NFL this year, and it's come with a nickname for the New England Patriots quarterback. Only, it's a weird one. He's now known as Drake "Drake Maye" Maye. And that's now gone viral and mainstream, with teammates, coaches the internet and names like Tom Brady using it.

Courtesy of Drake Maye/Instagram Drake Maye was one of the first players picked in the 2024 NFL draft, and his then-girlfriend, Ann Michael Maye, was by his side when he joined the New England Patriots.

There’s Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson, “Broadway Joe” Namath, “Mean Joe” Greene, “Prime Time” Deion Sanders — and now Drake "Drake Maye" Maye.

In his first game back from a concussion, Giants quarterback Jaxson Dart took a huge hit on the sidelines that sparked some concern.

This New England Patriots' dynamic quarterback-wide receiver tandem has shined throughout the 2025 NFL season.

Drake Maye passed for two touchdowns, and the New England Patriots became the first NFL team to reach 11 wins this season with a 33-15 victory over the New York Giants