Patriots QB Drake Maye engaged to high school sweetheart Ann Michael Hudson: 'Can’t wait to marry you'

HUNTERSVILLE, NORTH CAROLINA: New England Patriots quarterback Drake Maye, 22, is starting 2025 with a personal milestone, his engagement to longtime girlfriend Ann Michael Hudson, 21.

The couple, who began dating in middle school, shared the exciting news on Instagram on January 15, reported by People.

Drake Maye announces engagement to longtime girlfriend Ann Michael Hudson

“Love doing life with you. Can’t wait to marry you!” Drake Maye captioned a post featuring beachside proposal photos.

The Patriots celebrated their quarterback’s special moment by sharing the same images on Instagram, writing, “Congratulations Drake Maye and Ann Michael Hudson!!”

Hudson and Maye have been together for nearly a decade, marking their ninth anniversary last October. Hudson commemorated the occasion on Instagram, writing, “9 years with you and it keeps getting better everyday I couldn’t imagine my life without you as my best friend.”

Hudson, a student at the University of North Carolina’s business school, is pursuing a double minor in entrepreneurship and conflict management. The couple shares strong ties to UNC, where Maye played college football before being drafted by the Patriots as the third overall pick in the 2024 NFL draft.

Maye made his first career start on October 13, 2024, against the Houston Texans, showcasing the talent that made him a highly anticipated rookie.

Incoming Patriots head coach Mike Vrabel praised Maye earlier this week on Sports Center, describing him as “a young, dynamic quarterback” with significant potential. “There’s arm talent, athleticism, and toughness. We’re excited to continue building around him,” Vrabel said.

Drake Maye and Ann Michael Hudson's engagement sparks massive online buzz

Drake Maye and Ann Michael Hudson’s recent engagement has taken the internet by storm, with fans flocking to social media to share their excitement and congratulations.

The couple’s joyous announcement has become a hot topic, as followers express their well-wishes and enthusiasm for the pair's future together.

The reaction from fans has been overwhelmingly positive.

One user exclaimed, "Congrats you guys!!! Let’s gooo," while another couldn’t contain their excitement, adding, "OH MY GOD IVE NEVER BEEN HAPPIER. SHE GETS HER RING THIS YEAR THEN NEXT YEAR YOU GET YOUR SUPER BOWL RING."

Another follower chimed in with well-wishes, saying, "Congratulations brother! Marriage is the best! God bless you."

Supporters continued to flood the couple with love. One user shared, "Amazing! Congrats to you both bro!" while another wrote, "Let’s go! Congrats to y’all!"

The joyous occasion has also prompted fans to send blessings to the couple, with one adding, "Many blessings brotha."

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