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Quarterback Drake Maye continued to boost his MVP campaign on Monday night, delivering another polished performance as the New England Patriots powered past the New York Giants with a convincing 33-15 victory.
The win pushes New England to an NFL-best 11-2 record, allowing them to head into their Week 14 bye after one of their most complete outings of the season.
Patriots’ Performance Breakdown
Maye Strengthens MVP Case
Maye threw for 282 yards, completing two touchdowns with zero interceptions, once again showcasing precision and control.
His standout throws included:
- A 3-yard strike to Kayshon Boutte late in the first quarter
- A perfectly placed 33-yard arcing touchdown to Kyle Williams along the left side of the end zone
Heading into Monday, Maye was ranked second in MVP odds behind Rams quarterback Matthew Stafford, per DraftKings.
This marks Maye’s sixth game of the season completing 75% or more of his passes while throwing at least two touchdowns, tying Matt Ryan’s 2016 season for the third-most such games in NFL history — behind Tom Brady (2007) and Jared Goff (2023).
New England Patriots (11-2)
Most Surprising Player: Rookie WR Kyle Williams
Despite entering the game with only 4 catches for 110 yards and 1 touchdown, rookie Kyle Williams made a stunning impact.
His highlight: A 33-yard TD reception, tracked beautifully over his shoulder with flawless footwork along the sideline.
Game-Changing Moment
A violent, tone-setting tackle by linebacker Christian Elliss on Giants QB Jaxson Dart at 4:20 in the first quarter energized the Patriots’ defense.
The play also drew an unnecessary roughness penalty on Giants TE Theo Johnson, and New England quickly converted the drive into a touchdown for a 17–0 lead.
Key Trend: Vrabel’s Bye-Week Plan
Head coach Mike Vrabel may give players an extended break from Wednesday to Sunday, helping the team recover from their most challenging stretch of injuries this season.
Their next matchup — a Week 15 meeting with the Bills — is highly anticipated.
Area to Improve: Red Zone Efficiency
The Patriots remain inconsistent inside the 20-yard line, stalling on two early red-zone drives and settling for field goals.
Coming into the game, they ranked middle of the NFL with 23 TDs on 42 trips (54.7%) inside the red zone.
Stat to Know
Marcus Jones delivered a 94-yard punt return touchdown, tying the longest punt return in Patriots history — matching Julian Edelman’s 94-yarder in 2010.
New York Giants (2-11)
A New Low for the Giants
The Giants suffered yet another lopsided defeat, raising doubts about the future of general manager Joe Schoen, even after the midseason firings of Brian Daboll and defensive coordinator Shane Bowen.
Despite ownership backing Schoen to run the ongoing coaching search, Monday’s performance may intensify pressure.
Dart’s Return: Mixed Results
Rookie QB Jaxson Dart returned after missing two games with a concussion.
His final stat line:
- 17-of-24 passing
- 139 yards
- 1 touchdown, no interceptions
- 20 rushing yards on four carries
While Dart protected himself better in the second half, a brutal early hit from Elliss highlighted ongoing concerns about his balance between mobility and safety.
Turning Points: Special Teams Meltdown
New York’s first-half collapse was driven by major special teams errors:
- A 39-yard kickoff return allowed
- A 94-yard punt return TD by Marcus Jones
- A botched field goal attempt by Younghoe Koo
- A kickoff return fumble
The Giants quickly found themselves in a 30–7 hole.
Historic Defensive Struggle
With Maye’s touchdown pass to Boutte in the first quarter, the Giants extended an unwanted streak:
They have now allowed a touchdown pass in every game this season, the first time since 1972 they have done so through their first 13 games.
The New England Patriots look stronger than ever, riding a 10-game winning streak and an emerging superstar quarterback in Drake Maye, whose MVP stock continues to rise.
Their defensive physicality, explosive special teams, and consistent execution give them momentum heading into their bye week.
On the other side, the New York Giants find themselves sinking deeper into dysfunction, with coaching instability, special teams breakdowns, and lingering concerns over their rookie quarterback’s development.
As the season progresses, the contrast between these two franchises has never been clearer.
FAQs
How many straight wins do the Patriots have after this game?
The Patriots have now won 10 consecutive games, improving their record to 11-2.
What were Drake Maye’s stats against the Giants?
Maye threw for 282 yards, two touchdowns, and no interceptions, completing over 75% of his passes.
Why was the Giants’ first half so disastrous?
Major special teams errors, including a 94-yard punt return TD, a missed field goal, and a kickoff fumble, put the Giants in an early deep deficit.