Drake Maye scores five touchdowns but misses AFC honor in Week 5
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 14, 2026, 9:31 PM
Last updated Oct 14, 2026
New England Patriots quarterback Drake Maye recorded five total touchdowns in Week 5 against the Las Vegas Raiders, matching his career-high for scores in a game. Despite this performance, he did not receive the AFC Offensive Player of the Week award, which went to Pittsburgh Steelers running back Jaylen Warren instead. Maye's standout game included nearly 400 yards of total offense and a 150.9 passer rating. Historical patterns in the selection process likely influenced the decision, as players seldom win the award in consecutive weeks.
- •Drake Maye threw four touchdowns and rushed for one against the Raiders.
- •He achieved nearly 400 total offensive yards in the game.
- •Jaylen Warren won the AFC Offensive Player of the Week award instead.
- •Maye's numbers suggest he was a strong candidate for the honor.
- •Winning the award in consecutive weeks is uncommon in the NFL.
- 9:31 PMYahoo Sports — Why Drake Maye Was Snubbed of NFL Honor Despite Week 5 Scoring Outburst
"Maye was perhaps the NFL's best player in Week 5. That wasn't enough to secure him AFC Offensive Player of the Week honors, though.
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