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Drake Maye gets to meet Cam Newton, his childhood hero, at NFL draft


, the young, talented quarterback who caught national attention over the past two years as UNC’s starting quarterback, is the newest member of the New England Patriots. Moments before he heard his name called, Maye met his childhood hero, Cam Newton, the former national champion at Auburn and first selection in the 2011 NFL draft. (Tar Heels Wire)

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Drake Maye gets to meet Cam Newton, his childhood hero, at NFL draft