Drake Maye, Pop Douglas put Patriots up 7-0
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Patriots quarterback Drake Maye maintained his strong performance at the start of Sunday's game against the Falcons. After the Patriots defense forced a quick three-and-out, Maye led a 75-yard drive in 10 plays, culminating in a 16-yard touchdown pass to wide receiver Pop Douglas, giving the Patriots a 7-0 lead. During the drive, Maye contributed with a 12-yard run for a first down and connected with running back TreVeyon Henderson for 30 yards. Henderson stepped in as the primary running back due to Rhamondre Stevenson's absence with a toe injury.
The Falcons' initial drive was halted after a sack by K’Lavon Chaisson on quarterback Michael Penix. Additionally, the Falcons' left guard, Matthew Bergeron, suffered an ankle injury and is questionable to return.
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