Maye leads Patriots past Browns 32-13 for fifth straight win

Drake Maye threw three second-half touchdown passes and finished 18 of 24 for 282 yards and an interception to lead the New England Patriots to a 32-13 victory over the Cleveland Browns on Sunday at Gillette Stadium in Foxborough, Massachusetts. The win extended New England’s streak to five consecutive victories and moved the Patriots to the top of the AFC East at 6-2.

Maye’s performance came despite heavy pressure early in the game. He was sacked six times, five by Browns edge rusher Myles Garrett, who recorded a franchise-record five sacks and raised his season total to 10. New England overcame those losses of yardage and responded with a balanced attack that included a third-quarter gadget play that set up a Hunter Henry touchdown and drives finished by Stefon Diggs and Kayshon Boutte scoring passes. Robert Spillane and Jaylinn Hawkins added interceptions for the Patriots’ defense.

Maye’s accuracy continues to be a defining feature of his breakout season. He leads the NFL with a 75.2 completion percentage and has posted a quarterback rating that places him among the league leaders. Through eight games he has passed for 2,026 yards, 15 touchdowns and three interceptions, and...