New England Patriots rookie quarterback Drake Maye will make his first NFL start Sunday, and his girlfriend could not contain her excitement.

With Drake Maye set to make his first career start for the Patriots on Sunday, there has been a new sense of optimism and promise in the New England air this week. The future of Patriots football will be on the field in Week 6.

The Houston Texans are favored against the New England Patriots, who will start No. 3 overall pick Drake Maye for the first time in his career. With a rookie quarterback in his first start and the Patriots losing their last four games,

The New England Patriots are remaining at home this weekend to host the Houston Texans on Sunday afternoon at Gillette Stadium for a Week 6 battle. New England has struggled through their first five games,