In a bold move, the New England Patriots have decided to start rookie quarterback Drake Maye in their upcoming matchup against the Houston Texans at Gillette Stadium this Sunday. Maye, a product of North Carolina, will be taking over for Jacoby Brissett, who has struggled to make an impact for the struggling Patriots.
The Texans, on the other hand, are riding high after a win over the Bills in the Stefon Diggs revenge game. With a record of 4-1, they are currently considered among the elite teams in the AFC, while the Patriots are in the midst of a four-game losing streak. This game marks a turning point for New England, as they look to see what their top pick from the 2024 draft can do before potentially entering the top of the 2025 draft.
Despite missing their leading receiver, Nico Collins, the Texans still have a strong lineup of skilled targets for quarterback C.J. Stroud to utilize. The matchup between the two teams is sure to be an intriguing one, with both teams having question marks at the quarterback position.
As NBC Sports provides all the latest information and analysis leading up to the game, it’s clear that there is a lot to consider when looking at the odds and potential outcomes. DraftKings has set the line between 6 and 7 points in favor of the Texans, indicating that the market is not confident in Maye’s ability to score points in his first NFL start.
NBC Sports Betting Analyst Brad Thomas (@MrBradThomas) sees value in a player prop for this game, predicting that Stefon Diggs will surpass 59.5 receiving yards. With Diggs having exceeded this number in three consecutive games, Thomas believes that the absence of Nico Collins will only result in more targets for the reliable receiver.
As fans gear up for this exciting matchup, all eyes will be on Maye as he makes his debut as an NFL starting quarterback. Can he lead the Patriots to victory against the formidable Texans, or will their winning streak continue? Tune in this Sunday to find out. And don’t forget to listen to the Bet the Edge podcast for more insights and analysis before placing your bets on the game. The stakes are high, and the excitement is palpable as these two teams face off in what promises to be a thrilling showdown at Gillette Stadium.
