Patriots QB Drake Maye Proposes Amid Controversy Over Missed Event

FOXBOROUGH, Mass. — New England Patriots quarterback Drake Maye made headlines this week for both personal and professional reasons. On Wednesday, Maye announced his engagement to longtime girlfriend Ann Michael Hudson via Instagram, sharing a heartfelt moment with fans. The proposal came just days after Maye faced criticism for missing a team event hosted by former Patriots linebacker Mike Vrabel.

Maye, who was absent from Vrabel’s event on Monday, drew scrutiny from local sports radio host Mike Felger of 98.5 The Sports Hub. Felger questioned Maye’s commitment, but the quarterback’s absence now appears to have been for a significant personal milestone. The engagement post on Instagram featured a photo of the couple with the caption, ‘Forever starts now.’

Ann Michael Hudson, a graduate of the University of North Carolina, has been a constant presence in Maye’s life throughout his football career. The couple’s relationship has been well-documented on social media, with fans often praising their chemistry and support for one another.

Maye, a standout at the University of North Carolina, was selected by the Patriots in the 2024 NFL Draft. His absence from Vrabel’s event sparked debate among fans and analysts, but the engagement news has shifted the narrative. ‘It’s a big moment for Drake, and you can’t blame him for prioritizing something so important,’ said a source close to the quarterback.

As Maye prepares for the upcoming NFL season, the engagement adds a personal highlight to what has already been a whirlwind year. The Patriots are counting on Maye to be a key part of their rebuilding efforts, and his off-field happiness could translate to on-field success.