Drake Maye appears to troll Cam Newton by shaking off pregame Superman celebration with Stefon Diggs

The New England Patriots extended their winning streak to nine games with a 26-20 victory over the Cincinnati Bengals, overcoming an early 10-point deficit. Quarterback Drake Maye threw for 294 yards and a touchdown, while Marcus Jones scored on a 33-yard interception return. Hunter Henry contributed significantly with a career-high 115 receiving yards, including a touchdown catch, marking the Patriots' first nine-game winning streak since 2015.

Will Campbell, the New England Patriots' first-round rookie left tackle, was carted off the field during a game against the Cincinnati Bengals after suffering an apparent leg injury, raising concerns about his health and future contributions to the team.

Influencer Chris Blake Griffith has countersued NFL star Stefon Diggs for sexual battery, responding to Diggs' defamation lawsuit following Griffith's allegations against the New England Patriots of sexual assault and drugging. The situation escalates as Griffith also claims that Diggs conspired to have him killed.

Stephen A. Smith has publicly accused New England Patriots quarterback Drake Maye of lying about comments made by former quarterback Cam Newton regarding the team's performance. This accusation arose during an episode of 'First Take,' where Newton criticized the Patriots' 9-2 record, calling it 'fool's gold.' Smith's remarks have sparked controversy, particularly with Dave Portnoy demanding an apology from Smith for his comments.

Stephen A. Smith has clarified that his previous comments labeling New England Patriots quarterback Drake Maye a 'liar' were made in jest. This statement followed a heated exchange on ESPN's 'First Take,' where Smith accused Maye of misrepresenting comments made by former Patriots quarterback Cam Newton regarding the team's performance. The incident has sparked significant media attention and public discourse.

The New England Patriots, under first-year head coach Mike Vrabel, have established themselves as serious contenders in the AFC with a 9-2 record. This marks their first opportunity for postseason play since 2021, largely attributed to Vrabel's defensive strategies and the development of quarterback Drake Maye.