How Drake Maye and Caleb Williams stack up so far in their careers
Pats Pulpit • • sports
Key Points:
- The New England Patriots and Chicago Bears will face off with two of the NFL's top young quarterbacks, Drake Maye and Caleb Williams, who were both top-three picks in the 2024 draft.
- Statistically, Maye has outperformed Williams with a higher completion percentage, more yards, touchdowns, and rushing ability, though Williams has been more careful with ball security.
- Maye has achieved greater career success, including a Pro Bowl selection, second-team All-Pro honors, MVP runner-up, and leading the Patriots to a Super Bowl appearance, while Williams helped the Bears win their first playoff game since 2010.
- Their only previous head-to-head meeting was a defensive battle won by Maye's Patriots 19-3, where Williams struggled under heavy pressure.
- Both quarterbacks are expected to receive lucrative contract extensions after the 2026 season, with their respective teams showing strong long-term commitment to their development under experienced coaching staffs.
