New England Patriots quarterback Drake Maye was named a Pro Bowl alternate on Tuesday. The UNC product will be replacing Buffalo Bills quarterback Josh Allen, who declined to participate in the game.

The 6-foot-4, 225-pound Maye is the first Patriots quarterback to make the Pro Bowl since 2022, when Mac Jones made the game as an alternate during his rookie season. Jones went 12-for-16 in the game for 112 yards, a touchdown, and an interception.

Drake Maye's rookie season in the NFL will officially conclude with an appearance in the 2025 Pro Bowl. The New England Patriots quarterback was selected to the AFC roster, the team announced Tuesday. Maye replaces Buffalo Bills quarterback Josh Allen. Maye is the first Patriots quarterback to make the Pro Bowl since Mac Jones in 2021.

The rookie replaces Bills quarterback Josh Allen, who opted out after Buffalo lost in the AFC Championship Game.

A pair of MVP candidates won't be participating in this year's Pro Bowl for the AFC. The NFL announced Tuesday that Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback