Milton Williams defends Drake Maye after Patriots' Week 1 loss

Following the New England Patriots' 13-10 loss to the Seattle Seahawks in Week 1, defensive tackle Milton Williams defended quarterback Drake Maye against criticism. Maye had a challenging outing, totaling 170 passing yards, one touchdown, and three interceptions. Williams emphasized that the team's performance is a collective effort and not solely on Maye. He acknowledged that many players, including himself, failed to meet expectations. The Patriots will look for improvement in their upcoming matchup against the Pittsburgh Steelers.

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