JJ McCarthy drops 2-word reaction as fellow rookie QB Drake Maye announces engagement to fiancee Ann Michael Hudson

New England Patriots QB Drake Maye is officially engaged to girlfriend Ann Michael Hudson. The rookie pulled off a romantic beachside proposal, sharing the special moment with fans and friends on social media.

Many were quick to congratulate the couple, who will be starting 2025 on a special note.

JJ McCarthy reacts to Drake Maye's engagement to longtime girlfriend Ann Michael Hudson [Credit: Drake Maye/IG]

"Love doing life with you. Can’t wait to marry you!❤️," Maye wrote in his caption.

Fellow rookie QB JJ McCarthy, who missed the 2024 NFL season due to a torn meniscus, had a two-word message for Hudson and Maye.

The Minnesota Vikings QB commented:

"Dat man!!!"

Other NFL players like Bears QB Caleb Williams, the Patriots team, TE Hunter Henry, the Commanders' KJ Osborn and Bo Nix's wife Izzy also commented on the announcement.

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Drake Maye and fiancee Ann Michael Hudson completed nine years together in 2024

In December, Hudson and Maye celebrated their nine-year milestone. They chose to share the special moment with friends and fans online, with Hudson posting a note for the QB on Instagram.

"9 years with you and it keeps getting better everyday❤️ I couldn’t imagine my life without you as my best friend. I love you more than you know!" Hudson wrote on her Instagram account.

Neither has revealed a date or timeline for their upcoming wedding.

With the Patriots' season wrapped up, one can only expect more updates from the couple.

JJ McCarthy reacted to Vikings' wild-card loss on social media

JJ McCarthy, waiting to resume his NFL journey, has become increasingly active on social media in 2024. This includes reacting to the Vikings' recent wild-card loss.

"Amor Fati," McCarthy wrote on his Twitter.

The Latin phrase 'Amor Fati' means 'love of fate'. It suggests that we should consider everything good or bad in life as at least necessary.