Top NFL Draft prospect Drake Maye opens up about his skills, football influences, and more

Posted Nov 20, 2023
Drake Maye on his father, Mark Maye: "My dad’s been my quarterback coach pretty much, he’s the one who’s been watching me throw my whole life. He still gives me advice throughout the season. In the offseason he’s kind of the main watcher of me throwing. I trust him. He’s the one that has seen me throw the most and (recommend) adjustments." (New York Post)

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