"Building a solid offensive roster around Drake Maye was a priority for the Patriots this offseason, and from what we've seen through eight games so far, they have certainly accomplished what seemed impossible. Beyond assembling an upgraded offensive line that has made the second-year quarterback's job far easier, they have also improved their receiving corps to a level that not many could have predicted before the season began,"
"While it's not surprising to see a player like Stefon Diggs in the 1k club, it is a bit more shocking to see that the other player who could join the 1k club is Kayshon Boutte, a sixth-round draft pick from the 2023 season. But he has been a stellar player for Maye this year, and after another impressive performance in Week 8, he is now nearing the 1,000-yard mark for the season."
"It's quite a jump from what he recorded last year, which was already a massive upgrade from the year before, as he's now on pace to double his yardage from the 2024 season. That means Maye could have two reliable weapons for the next few years in Boutte and Diggs, and it makes Mike Vrabel's job a whole lot easier going into next offseason."
Building a solid offensive roster around Drake Maye was a top offseason priority, and tangible results emerged through eight games. An upgraded offensive line has eased Maye's workload and improved protection. The receiving corps now features two players on pace for 1,000+ yards—Stefon Diggs and Kayshon Boutte—marking a significant upgrade since Julian Edelman's era. Boutte, a sixth‑round 2023 pick, has surged this season and is on pace to double his 2024 yardage. Having two reliable receivers gives Maye a strong foundation and simplifies Mike Vrabel's roster decisions moving forward, after years of limited pass‑catching firepower.
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