The Patriots are expected to hold onto the selection and may invest it in North Carolina quarterback Drake Maye, as reported by NFL Network's Tom Pelissero.
Director of scouting Eliot Wolf stated the Patriots' openness to trading the pick, emphasizing the team is 'open for business' and looking to fill holes.
Despite pursuits from the Vikings and Giants for the third pick, the Patriots did not find suitable offers, leading to speculation of them staying put.
Head coach Jerod Mayo hinted at potential trading back later in the first round, expressing confidence in getting a great player at No. 3 and potentially moving back in.
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