Drake Maye faces challenges against Steelers defense in Week 2
bostonsportsjournal.com • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 18, 2026, 3:34 PM
Last updated Sep 18, 2026
Drake Maye and the New England Patriots are preparing to take on the Pittsburgh Steelers in their Week 2 matchup. Following a game against the Seattle Seahawks, where the Patriots encountered heavy zone coverage, Maye must adapt to another zone-heavy approach by the Steelers. This upcoming contest is critical for Maye to build confidence and learn from past experiences. The matchup's outcome could influence his progression as a starting quarterback.
- •Maye faces a Steelers defense known for zone coverage.
- •Patriots played against Seahawks' 86% zone coverage in opener.
- •The matchup is key for Maye's learning and adaptation.
- •Game takes place in Week 2 of the NFL season.
- 3:34 PMbostonsportsjournal.com — Giardi: NFL Notebook -- Maye has to solve this problem, or else; plus, is KC a run-first team? - Boston Sports Journal
""I think failing sometimes is a good precursor to a great lesson he's about to learn."
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