"Joly is a natural receiving tight end with strong hands, a high football IQ and a competitive edge. While he lacks standout athletic traits, he offers enough to pro."
"Reaching in the draft is never a good idea, as was proven time and again under Bill Belichick. Perhaps his worst reach ever was literally laughed at by the LA Rams."
The New England Patriots successfully addressed their top needs in the 2026 draft by selecting offensive tackle Caleb Lomu and pass rusher Gabe Jacas in the first two rounds. In the third round, they chose tight end Eli Raridon, who was not highly rated by Pro Football Focus. This decision raised concerns about the philosophy behind reaching for players outside of consensus rankings. Justin Joly, a highly rated tight end, was available but selected later by the Broncos, leading to questions about the Patriots' choice.
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