"Even though the Patriots unexpectedly made it to the Super Bowl, I'm not sure they should approach 2026 with a one-player-away approach. This would be a moderate move up, costing the Pats a late third-round pick and a sixth-rounder."
"Maybe we trade up, maybe we trade out. I don't know."
"Exactly why New York would offer to top-50 picks in order to move up two spots might seem unlikely, but Barnwell noted that on top of rivalry component - the 'intra-division tax.'"
The New England Patriots hold the 31st overall pick in the NFL Draft and have the flexibility to trade up or down. Head coach Mike Vrabel indicated potential trade scenarios, including moving up to the 24th pick with the Browns or trading down with the Jets for additional picks. Analyst Bill Barnwell suggested that the Patriots should not adopt a one-player-away mentality despite their recent Super Bowl appearance. The team has 11 selections in the 2026 Draft, including four in the sixth round, enhancing their trading options.
Read at Boston.com
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