Henry McKenna· Sep 30, 2026
McKenna writes that Drake Maye's early-season collapse is a confidence problem with no quick fix, and expects A.J. Brown to return from his high ankle sprain around Week 7, which should help Maye recover.
“Brown's return to the lineup — perhaps around Week 7 — should push Maye along on the path to recovery.”
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“Brown's return to the lineup — perhaps around Week 7 — should push Maye along on the path to recovery.”
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