**Jayden Daniels Shines as Commanders Outpace Browns; Patriots Urged to Follow Suit with Drake Maye**

Jayden Daniels delivered an impressive performance for the Washington Commanders, showcasing both his arm and legs during a 34-13 victory over the Cleveland Browns. Despite Washington's struggling offensive line, Daniels managed to accumulate 238 passing yards and 82 rushing yards. The Commanders' offensive woes did little to halt their rising star, who’s leading the team to a 4-1 start, their best in 16 years.

The case of Jayden Daniels provides a valuable lesson for other NFL teams, notably the New England Patriots, who seem reluctant to play their young prospect, Drake Maye. The Patriots' decision to keep Maye off the field in favor of veteran Jacoby Brissett is increasingly being questioned, especially after their dismal 15-10 loss to the Miami Dolphins on Sunday.

Daniels' success story underscores the potential benefits of drafting a quarterback in the top 10 and starting him immediately, a strategy which Daniels has notably validated. This move paid off enormously for the Commanders—a stark contrast to the Patriots' conservative approach with Maye. Instead of allowing Maye to compete for the starting role from the outset, the Patriots relegated him to a backup, depriving him of significant first-team snaps that could have facilitated his development.

Meanwhile, Maye's integration into the Patriots' system has been limited at best. Reports indicate that he has only received 30 percent of the first-team reps since the season began, a figure that could have been substantially higher. This conservative approach may stem from the organization's past experience with Mac Jones, but critics argue that this caution could hinder Maye’s growth and the Patriots' overall performance.

In an ideal scenario, the Patriots could have given Maye the chance to seize the starting spot in training camp. Alternatively, if they had prioritized losing to secure a top prospect like Daniels during the previous season, their current predicament might have been avoided. Instead, the decision to stick with Brissett appears increasingly flawed, especially as the Patriots struggle to find their footing this season.