Who is Drake Lee-Maye: Drake Lee-Maye (born August 30, 2002) is an American professional football quarterback who plays for the New England Patriots of the National Football League (NFL). He attended Myers Park High School and played his college football at the University of North Carolina. He is known for his strong performance and leadership abilities.
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Who is Drake Lee-Maye
Drake Maye’s biography
Attribute
Details
Full Name
Drake Lee Maye
Date of Birth
August 30, 2002
Birthplace
Huntersville, North Carolina, USA
Height
6 ft 4⅜ in (1.94 m)
Weight
223-230 lbs (101-104 kg)
High School
William A. Hough HS (Cornelius, NC) (freshman year), Myers Park HS (Charlotte, NC)
College
University of North Carolina (UNC)
College Achievements
Shaun Alexander Award, ACC Football Player of the Year (2022)
NFL Team
New England Patriots
NFL Draft
3rd overall pick, 2024 NFL Draft
Position
Quarterback
Rookie NFL Season Highlights
Pro Bowl selection in 2024, 2,276 passing yards, 15 touchdowns
Family
Youngest of four brothers, all athletes; Married Ann Michael Hudson in June 2025
Notable Records
Led NCAA in total offense (5,019 yards) in 2022; First NFL QB with 10 different touchdown receivers in a season since 1973
Drake Maye’s Awards and Achievements
College Awards (UNC)
Year
Award/Honor
2022
ACC Player of the Year
2022
ACC Offensive Player of the Year
2022
ACC Rookie of the Year
2022
ACC Offensive Rookie of the Year
2022
First-team All-ACC
2022
Shaun Alexander Award (Freshman of the Year)
2022
FWAA Freshman All-American
2022
Manning Award Finalist
2022
Maxwell Award Semifinalist
2022
Walter Camp Semifinalist
2023
Second-team All-ACC
2023
Manning Award Finalist
2023
All-ACC Academic Team
NFL Achievements (2024-2025)
Year
Achievement/Honor
2024
Pro Bowl selection
2025
NFL MVP candidate (midseason rankings)
2025
Led Patriots to multiple wins, including franchise records