FOXBOROUGH, Mass - Drake Maye has a very good reason to be excited after the New England Patriots signed Stefon Diggs to a three-year deal. And during his introductory press conference, Diggs proved that he's also looking forward to playing with the promising second-year quarterback.

Diggs has raised eyebrows at times with his behavior, and a Hall of Famer has chimed in on how young quarterback Drake Maye can navigate his relationship with his new teammate as the two look to form what the Patriots hope will be a productive connection.

In the context of a New England Patriots team rebuilding for 2025, the off-field development of rookie quarterback Drake Maye will be crucial for the franchise's success. Here's why.