Coach Jerod Mayo said the possibility of Maye resting in the last game of the season was under consideration when speaking with media members on Monday. On Wednesday, however, he had a more clear tone that appeared to be leaning toward Maye playing in the final game of the season.

Arguably the most talent-barren roster in the NFL, the Patriots need as high a draft pick as possible if they're to quickly build a decent supporting cast around exciting young quarterback Drake Maye.

The New England Patriots kicked off the season with quarterback Jacoby Brissett behind center, moved on to Drake Maye in Week 6 and they could have another swap to end the season. There is no question who the quarterback of the future is, but with no postseason to play for, the team could be sitting Maye for Week 18.