Drake Maye's NFL Journey: From Draft Day to Championship Glory!

Drake Maye received a custom championship belt from former WWE star Kofi Kingston.

The gift came after Maye was drafted as the No. 3 overall pick by the New England Patriots in the 2024 NFL draft.

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Kofi Kingston, aged 42, is a highly accomplished WWE Superstar.

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He presented Maye with a Patriots-inspired championship belt, part of WWE's NFL title belt collection.

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The New England Patriots share the record for most Super Bowl wins with the Pittsburgh Steelers.

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Despite recent struggles, the Patriots hope Maye can lead them to success.

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Maye, a standout from North Carolina, is seen as a promising quarterback prospect.

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He was the third quarterback chosen in the draft.

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There's potential for Maye to become the best quarterback from his draft class.

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The Patriots' future success could hinge on Maye's performance.

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