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Yes, Maye also lost six fumbles but he only threw eight interceptions and was much cooler in the pocket, perhaps because he possesses one weapon that Darnold is missing.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 6, 2026

Maye was sacked five times and surrendered four fumbles in the Patriots' win over the Houston Texans last week.

From Barron's • Jan. 22, 2026

Two costly fumbles and two interceptions led to a nail-biter of a playoff game.

From Salon • Jan. 18, 2026

As long as CJ Stroud cleans things up and doesn't have another five fumbles, I'm backing the Texans to make their first AFC Championship game.

From BBC • Jan. 17, 2026

Daddy fumbles for his keys and sticks several in the lock while muttering, “Please, God. Please.”

From "The Hate U Give" by Angie Thomas