Drake Maye pro day results Highlights from UNCs 2024 NFL Draft workouts

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Drake Maye was the last of the top quarterbacks in the 2024 NFL Draft to have his chance to shine, and he certainly made an impre sion.In a workout that featured one of the more aggre sive scripts, Maye's workout featured around 70 throws with everything from quick pa ses to timing routes, deep throws, and red zone work with everything else in between. It wasn't a perfect showing by any means, as his accuracy betrayed him at times, but teams should walk away encouraged by the results.The staff helped simulate pre sure and worked to get Maye moving around in what was a fast-paced script. Most importantly, however, Maye demonstrated an ability to move on from mistakes, routinely re-running the plays that didn't connect the first time.Maye showed that the tools were there and now it's up to an NFL coaching staff to make sure they're used in the best way po sible. The former Tar Heels star will have other questions to answer, but his talent is undeniable.He should be off the board early when the 2024 NFL Draft begins on Thursday, April 25.NFL DRAFT 2024:|The Sporting News tracked Maye's performance at his pro day Thursday. Check out the highlights below.MORErake Maye pro day results, highlights(All times Eastern)4:05 p.m. Maye's workout has come to a close. He flashed arm talent and athleticism in what was a decent, if inconsistent, workout overall.Drake Maye letting it rip 's Pro Day on :  NFL (@NFL) 4:02 p.m. We are moving into the final portion of Maye's workout, shifting into the red zone to close things out. They are simulating pre sure and getting some realistic game-like throws from the QB.4 p.m. Maye is flashing arm strength, routinely connecting on throws deep down the field, though he has been a little short on some.QB1 Drake Maye dropping dimes :  The Purple Persuasion (@TPPSkol) Drake Maye dropped an absolute dime off his back foot  SleeperCFB (@SleeperCFB) 3:54 p.m. But not everything has been good for the eventual top-five pick. He has been a little inconsistent at times and the speed of the workout might be resulting in some fatigue.Drake Maye throws behind the running back here. Hes going through the workout quickly. Not sure if hes fatigued.  Jordan Sigler (@JordanSig) Drake Maye airmails a pa s early in his work out   Jordan Sigler (@JordanSig) 3:49 p.m. Maye's timing is noticeable thus far, doing a solid job of connecting with receivers on time out of their breaks whether  Connor Mackey Jersey there's simulated pre sure or not.Drake Maye puts a pa s on target perfectly with simulated pre sure.  Jordan Sigler (@JordanSig) 3:45 p.m. It's time for some more downfield throws from the UNC star, who has been plagued by a couple of overthrows, but Maye is doing a solid job of correcting any mistakes.3:38 p.m. Maye is handling the script and breaking the huddle. Conditioning won't be a concern for teams with this QB, who is keeping the tempo up and making these throws look easy right now.All eyes are on Drake Maye now as the QB completes his 60 scripted throws to wide receivers, running backs and tight ends including Tez Walker and Beau Corrales  Cade Shoemaker (@CadeShoemaker23) 3:36 p.m. And the workout is officially underway. He is opening up with the short pa sing game, which is to be expected. But there is a noticeable energy to this workout so far. Maye is moving around and there is a real tempo right out of the gate.3:33 p.m. Final preparations are coming to a close and we are just about set for the Maye show to begin.3:25 p.m.  The Commanders, Patriots, and Broncos have the biggest contingents on hand in Chapel Hill today, according to NFL Network's Mike Garafolo., and with some of the biggest contingents about to watch Drake Mayes throwing se sion at the UNC pro day. And you can, too. Were live on NFLPlus in a few minutes.  Mike Garafolo (@MikeGarafolo) 3:23 p.m. We are getting set for Maye to begin his showcase, as he is warming up and nearly ready to go.Drake Maye warming up. Almost showtime.  Evan Lazar (@ezlazar) 3:20 p.m. Plenty of scouts from all 32 teams are on hand for Maye's workout, but so is a notable name from one of the most interesting teams in this year's draft  Minnesota Vikings' QB coach, Josh McCown.Among contingent set to watch UNCs Drake Maye in-person at his Pro Day this afternoon: QB coach Josh McCown and scout Steve Sabo.  Darren Wolfson (@DWolfsonKSTP) 2:05 p.m. Maye is getting set for his pro day and just finished the measurement portion of today's program.Quarterback Drake Maye all smiles after receiving his weight & height measurements during todays . More coming up tonight on News.  Desmond Purnell (@DesmondPurnell) Will Drake Maye throw at the UNC pro day?Maye is expected to throw at North Carolina's pro day Thursday.The Tar Heels QB decided not to participate at the NFL Combine, instead waiting for his team's pro day to show off his arm in front of scouts."Quarterback Pro Days are real intense now,". "You've got about 60-something throws, you're in there about 45 minutes to an hour."How to watch UNC's pro day in 2024Date:Thursday, March 28Time:3 p.m.Stream: UNC's pro day is set for Thursday, March 28, and is expected to start around 3 p.m. ET.The event is going to air on the ACC Network.Mark Packer, Eric Mac Lain and David Hale will be live in the ESPN studio, while Kelsey Riggs and EJ Manuel will also provide commentary.For those who want to live stream North Carolina's pro day, Fubo is a viable option.carries the ACC Network, a member of the ESPN family, as well as ABC, CBS, Fox and other major networks, meaning you can catch football action leading up to, and including, the 2023 NFL season..Drake Maye NFL Draft projectionMaye is projected to be a potential top-three pick in the upcoming NFL Draft.The UNC QB is considered to be in the running to go second over all after Caleb Williams, putting him in the same group as Jayden Daniels and J.J. McCarthy.The Sporting News' Vinnie Iyer had Maye going No. 2 overall to the Commanders in his , and he has the Tar Heels quarterback ranked as the No. 3 prospect on his ."Maye has a nice combination of accuracy and athleticism reminiscent of Commanders QB Sam Howell, another former Tar Heel," Iyer wrote. "Maye is a much better pa ser with a more ideal frame to handle pre sure at a higher level."  Brad Richards Jersey