An AFC Giant Offers “Insane” Price with Three First-Round Picks for Drake Maye – Robert Kraft Decides in Under 5 Minutes

Boston – October 2025 – As the 2025 NFL season enters its climax with the trade deadline just over a week away (November 4), a shocking rumor has spread: the Indianapolis Colts have sent a “massive” offer to acquire young talent Drake Maye from the New England Patriots. However, the Patriots’ leadership response has stunned the fanbase, firmly stating they would never sell “the future of the franchise.”

Drake Maye, the second-year quarterback drafted by the Patriots at No. 3 in 2024, has been the sensation of the season. With otherworldly performance, Maye has led the Patriots to the top of the AFC East with a 5-2 record. Impressive wins over the Buffalo Bills and Tennessee Titans have turned him into a potential MVP candidate. Initially criticized for selecting Maye instead of trading down for multiple picks from the Vikings or Giants, the Patriots are now “laughing last” as Maye proves his worth.

In contrast, the Colts are dominating the AFC with a 6-1 record, thanks to Daniel Jones’ explosion after transferring from the Giants. However, Indianapolis’ leadership is concerned about Anthony Richardson’s lingering injuries and wants to “go big” to solidify their contender status. According to a source from NFL Network, the Colts offered an “extremely massive” package: two first-round picks in 2026, one first-round pick in 2027, plus young edge rusher DeForest Buckner and a large cash sum. This is an offer that could shake any franchise, especially since the Colts lead the AFC and need a long-term QB to replace Richardson.

But the Patriots did not flinch. In today’s meeting, Robert Kraft – CEO and senior executive of the Patriots – spoke directly, with a rare tone of determination. “We rejected similar offers from last year’s draft, and today is the same. Drake Maye is not for sale. No amount of money will sell him, because he is the future of the team. We cannot sell our future just for a few picks or short-term money. Maye is the cornerstone, the one leading us back to the top. The Patriots are rebuilding around him, and we will hold on tight until the end.”

Kraft’s statement was like a “punch” to the ambitions of Colts GM Chris Ballard, who once publicly stated he wouldn’t sell Richardson but is now rejected in return. Analysts say this decision aligns with the “build around a young QB” philosophy of head coach Mike Vrabel and OC Josh McDaniels. The Patriots need more offensive weapons like tight end Cole Kmet, not to sell their treasure.

This rumor has heated up X (Twitter), with the hashtag #SaveMaye trending. Patriots fans are cheering, while Colts fans are disappointed. Will the Colts target someone else, like WR Jakobi Meyers from the Raiders? Or will the Patriots use Maye’s performance to trade up at the deadline? The season is still long, but the message from Foxborough is clear: The future is not for sale.