Drake Maye lately sought recommendation from two-time Tremendous Bowl champion Eli Manning. Now, he is working with one other quarterback, who thrived for 17 seasons.
On a Wednesday episode of “The Adam Schefter Podcast,” the North Carolina standout revealed he lately skilled with former Los Angeles Chargers and Indianapolis Colts QB Philip Rivers.
“He is among the best. He jogs my memory simply of my brothers, likes to compete,” Maye stated. “He is on the market, we’re throwing six step outs, a 10-yard drill throwing into the online. He retired two or three years in the past, however he nonetheless gained the competitors. So he is only a competitor. Not solely that, he is simply one of many guys. Will get together with folks so properly and is aware of the sport.”
Maye shared he wished to “choose [Rivers’] mind” to prosper within the league. The 42-year-old made eight Professional Bowls and gained 2013 Comeback Participant of the 12 months. He is additionally sixth all-time in passing yards (63,440) and passing TDs (421).
ESPN’s Matt Miller rated Maye because the third-best QB within the draft class behind LSU’s Jayden Daniels and Southern Cal’s Caleb Williams, evaluating the 6-foot-4, 230-pounder to Chargers QB Justin Herbert.
“Maye’s highly effective proper arm permits him to hit each space of the sector, and high-level traits are apparent on tape,” wrote Miller. “Maye can be glorious below stress and has proved he can carry a roster missing in elite expertise at core positions. He threw for 3,608 yards, 24 TDs and 9 interceptions final season.”
Do not be stunned if he is one of many first three picks within the draft in April. In keeping with Tankathon, the Washington Commanders will choose the 21-year-old with the second general choose.
Working with former QBs does not assure success on the subsequent degree, however it will probably definitely assist. Plus, it is a good signal Maye needs to proceed to enhance and refine his recreation.
