Drake Maye Reflects on Super Bowl Loss: 'I'd Like to Go Back and Redo It'

NFL · By Sarah Mitchell · February 9, 2026
Drake Maye Reflects on Super Bowl Loss: 'I'd Like to Go Back and Redo It'
New England Patriots quarterback Drake Maye opened up to reporters following his team's heartbreaking Super Bowl loss to the Seattle Seahawks, expressing a strong sense of regret and a longing to change the outcome. The Patriots fell short in a tightly contested matchup, leaving Maye and his teammates searching for answers after coming up just short on football's biggest stage. Maye, who has been a focal point of the Patriots' offense throughout the season, didn't shy away from discussing the emotional aftermath of the defeat. When asked what he would do differently if given a chance, Maye reflected candidly on the experience.

"I'd like to go back to the beginning and redo it."

— Drake Maye, ESPN NFL
The Patriots' loss to the Seahawks capped a remarkable run for Maye in his first Super Bowl appearance. Despite the disappointment, Maye's performance throughout the season solidified his role as a cornerstone for New England's future. While the specifics of the game were not detailed in Maye's comments, his desire to replay key moments speaks to the intensity and pressure of the Super Bowl stage. Maye's remarks underscore a universal sentiment felt by elite athletes after falling just short of their ultimate goal. The quarterback acknowledged the magnitude of the moment and the challenges of moving forward after such a high-profile defeat. The Patriots will now look to regroup during the offseason, building on the foundation that carried them to the championship game. With Maye at the helm, New England fans have reason for optimism as the team seeks to return to the Super Bowl and rewrite its story.

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  1. [1]ESPN NFL