Drake Maye Shuts Down Brian Burns’ Criticism with Class and Poise
Well said, Drake, well said.
It’s pretty much impossible to get under Drake Maye’s skin, especially if you’re trying to do so through the media. The New England Patriots quarterback has proved multiple times this year that his humility basically kills any hate or criticism thrown his way in the press.
The most recent example came on Wednesday. With a Patriots-New York Giants matchup looming in Week 13, Giants defensive stud Brian Burns criticized Maye to reporters in an unexpected way, basically saying that Maye sometimes struggles to feel the rush because he is “too poised” and/or too focused on looking downfield.
“He does seem to be poised, maybe a little bit too poised,” Burns said of Maye. “At times, he’s so caught up in making the right play or getting so caught up in his routes downfield, he just forgets about somewhat of who’s rushing him.”
Maye was asked about the Burns comments later on Wednesday while fielding questions from the media, and his response was perfect.
“Shoot, I’m not 100 percent [sure] what that really means,” Maye said. “I try to keep my eyes down the field while feeling pressure, I think that’s part of playing the position… I know he’s a great player, and he’s had a great year, so (I’ll) just try to have feel of where he’s at.”
Browns WR Jerry Jeudy Breaks Silence on QB Situation Ahead of 49ers Game
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Cleveland Browns receiver Jerry Jeudy is having a rough year.
Cleveland Browns receiver Jerry Jeudy addressed the team’s revolving door at quarterback and his rough season while speaking to reporters ahead of a Week 13 matchup against the San Francisco 49ers.
Jeudy is coming off a rough performance against the Las Vegas Raiders. He had just one catch on three targets for 39 yards. That lone catch came with a costly mistake. Surrounded by defenders, Jeudy appeared to high-step before being caught from behind and fumbling. It was an embarrassing miscue that coach Kevin Stefanski addressed.
“He will be better. That’s really a play that we expect him to make. That’s a huge play for our football team,” Stefanski said. “We were about to get seven points, if not three on that drive and that’s a big play for us. Jerry knows this. And, you know, we remind him and remind our players. It’s always the guy that you can’t see that they’re coming. So, I don’t think it was a loaf. It was a lack of ball security technique.”
Jeudy gave his side of the story on the turnover.
“I was trying to make a play and I was wide open,” Jeudy said. “I saw three defenders around me and I was trying to cook across the field. I didn’t feel them behind me. As simple as that.”
Jerry Jeudy on Browns’ QB Situation: I Can’t Control It
Jeudy has already caught passes from three quarterbacks this season. And the results haven’t been there for Jeudy, who was a Pro Bowler a year ago. He has just 32 catches for 395 yards and one touchdown through 11 games. Amid the instability at quarterback, Jeudy is just focusing on his game.
“I just keep being me — I can’t control nothing but myself. I just keep running routes and getting open,” Jeudy said. “That’s all I can do. I can’t control anything else.”
Shedeur Sanders will draw his second start on Sunday against the San Francisco 49ers. Jeudy said the rookie has handled himself well so far and is looking to improve their chemistry.
“We’ve got to keep doing what we’ve been doing in practice. Get consistent reps and be on the same page,” Jeudy said. “Just keep working on that chemistry and building. Speaking on what I see and what he sees out there. Just doing what the coaches ask.”
Browns WR Jerry Jeudy Addresses His Short-Answer Press Conference
Jeudy gave a puzzling press conference ahead of last week’s game. He answered each question with just four or five words, clearly not in the mood to talk. Jeudy took some heat for his actions, which came shortly after Sanders was named the starter. But he hinted that his frustration during that moment did not have to do with football.
“I mean, I do play football but I have stuff outside of that,” Jeudy said. “Football is not the only thing I do.”
The Browns moved to 3-8 with their most recent win. Cleveland is a significant long shot to make the postseason. But they can keep their slim hopes alive with a win against the 49ers this week.
