Drake Maye aims for first career win against Miami Dolphins

The New England Patriots faced a difficult start to the season, suffering a loss against the Las Vegas Raiders in Week 1. Drake Maye, the Patriots' quarterback, threw for a career-high 287 yards but struggled with easy passes, leading to a 20-13 defeat. The team will be looking to recover in Week 2 against their divisional rivals, the Miami Dolphins, who have historically performed well against the Patriots in Miami. Last season, the Dolphins defeated New England 34-15, emphasizing the challenge that lies ahead for the Patriots this Sunday. The Dolphins also faced their own issues in Week 1, managing only 211 yards of offense against the Colts, setting them up poorly for their matchup with New England. Nevertheless, Tua Tagovailoa remains a strong presence for Miami, boasting a perfect record of 7-0 against the Patriots thus far. The Patriots hope to turn things around but will need to fix defensive issues that allowed the Raiders numerous big plays in their previous game. Another factor complicating the Patriots' efforts is their historical record in Miami, where they have won only 16 of 59 games. This combined with Tagovailoa's success against New England raises doubts about their ability to secure a win. The absence of a strong run game for the Patriots in Week 1 may also come into play, and they will need to implement a more dynamic running strategy against Miami's defense, which performed poorly in the previous weekend. The stakes are high for Week 2 as both teams aim for their first win of the season. Overall, New England's offense will need to find rhythm and consistency, while their defense must tighten up to limit the big plays, which previously cost them the game. With the pressure mounting, Maye’s performance will be an interesting point of focus, as the young quarterback aims not only to achieve personal success but also to break the team's losing streak in Miami.