Patriots’ Drake Maye Shares Emotional Reaction After Super Bowl Loss

Drake Maye is finding the positives after his Super Bowl 2026 loss.

Although the New England Patriots lost to the Seattle Seahawks on February 8th, their quarterback praised head coach Mike Vrabel, becoming emotional while speaking about the energy and leadership the 50-year-old brings to the team.

Drake said after the game that the player was essential to their success. He emphasized the player’s consistent character and expressed excitement about continuing their relationship in the future, saying, ‘He was the heartbeat, no doubt about that. He was a big reason why we’re here. He’s always the same and I look forward to my relationship with him for a long time.’

The 23-year-old added, “He’s a great person and a hell of a football coach.”

The Seahawks’ 29-13 win over the Patriots was a disappointing loss for Drake. If his team had won, he would have become the youngest quarterback to ever win a Super Bowl, surpassing Ben Roethlisberger. He openly admitted the defeat was painful, telling reporters his team’s loss “definitely hurts.”

Drake said he wished he could start the game over. He felt he could have made better throws and decisions in the first half, but ultimately acknowledged that the Seahawks simply played better and made more of the key plays needed to win.

Even though he lost, Drake—who recently married Ann Michael Maye, 22, in June—was able to joke about getting emotional.

I’ve always believed it’s those crucial, game-changing plays that really define everything. When you pull them off, the feeling is incredible – pure celebration! But if you don’t, well, let me tell you, it’s a tough moment, often spent answering questions with a heavy heart.

Drake didn’t win the Super Bowl, but plenty of celebrities showed up to watch! Check out all the stars who traveled to the Bay Area for the game below…

Several celebrities took photos backstage and then surprised the crowd by joining Bad Bunny on stage at Levi’s Stadium to dance along to his hit song, “Yo Perreo Sola.”

As a lifestyle expert, let me tell you, the Super Bowl 2026 Halftime Show was unforgettable! Bad Bunny absolutely killed it, and the biggest surprise of the night? Lady Gaga joined him on stage! The crowd went wild, and honestly, it was a moment everyone will be talking about for years.

Jay-Z took his daughters, ages 14 and 8, to the Super Bowl in Santa Clara, California, in 2026. Beyoncé was also there with them.

The rapper took photos before the Seahawks and Patriots played their big game.

The Blackpink singer was repping Levi’s while getting a ride into the stadium.

Looks like he indeed had his head in the game.

The rapper had his playlist on lock for the NFL championship.

The Baby Driver actress was calm, cool and collected while watching the action unfold.

The Titanic star made a lowkey entrance into Levi’s Stadium.

The couple had a winning date night at the 2026 Super Bowl with matching ‘fits.

The actor—who split with Katy Perry last year—kept it casual in all-black for the California event.

The former Dancing With the Stars contestant, who was recently linked romantically to Tom Brady, wore a leather crop top and jeans to the game.

The longtime Patriots fan attended the game to introduce his fav NFL team before kickoff.

The Marvel actor, who was there to officially welcome the Seattle Seahawks, made the event a special day with his son.

Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce, who is engaged to Taylor Swift, didn’t reach the championship game this year, but he was there to cheer on his team from the sidelines.