CHICAGO -- New England Patriots rookie quarterback Drake Maye bounced back from a second-quarter interception to engineer an impressive scoring drive in Sunday's game against the Chicago Bears, which culminated with a 2-yard touchdown pass to receiver Ja'Lynn Polk.

However, the emergence of rookie quarterback Drake Maye as the team's franchise guy has been interesting to watch in recent weeks, and now he's showing leadership qualities that t

New England Patriots center David Andrews noted that rookie quarterback Drake Maye has earned his respect, as well as the respect of others in the locker room.

Patriots rookie quarterback Drake Maye left Sunday’s game against the New York Jets after a hit to the head at the end of an 18-yard scramble.

Chicago Bears rookie quarterback Caleb Williams is excited to face fellow New England Patriots rookie Drake Maye on Sunday. Williams is having a strong start in his first NFL season for a Bears team that is currently 4-4.

Two of the best young quarterbacks in football will go head-to-head Sunday in Chicago. Maybe you’ve heard of them. Bears rookie Caleb Williams, the No. 1 overall pick last April, has started every game this season.

Not only that, but Maye's ability to extend plays and use his legs has been a trait not seen from a Patriots quarterback in generations. In the last two games, Maye has rushed for

New England Patriots wide receiver Kendrick Bourne has been impressed with the play of Drake Maye. The rookie quarterback went 29-of-41 passing for 206 yards, a touchdown and two interceptions in last week's loss to the Tennessee Titans.

The Patriots still are not interested in designing runs for rookie QB Drake Maye despite his impressive mobility.

Five Patriots-related thoughts to recap the week that was in Foxborough, Mass., and a look ahead to Sunday’s kickoff: