New England Patriots quarterback Drake Maye says he is “a little bit skeptical” and “not 100% sure” that the United States landed astronauts on the moon in 1969, after he raised the issue during a WEEI interview. The comment spreads online and is covered widely, with outlets also noting Maye’s recent focus on football following strong performances.
NASA reacts to Maye’s remarks. Multiple reports say NASA Administrator Jared Isaacman replies directly, publicly framing Maye’s skepticism as incorrect and stating he has “receipts” or evidence to support the moon landing. Other outlets add context that Maye’s position reflects curiosity about conspiracy themes, including mention that he was influenced by a conspiracy-theories course.
While coverage varies in tone and emphasis—some foreground the NFL story and viral aspect, others highlight the NASA rebuttal—sources consistently report the same sequence: Maye questions the moon landing, Isaacman responds with factual rebuttal, and the exchange becomes a high-profile online moment.
