"The Patriots entered the draft in need of depth across their roster. While offensive tackle and edge defender stuck out as positions that needed support more immediately, landing players at tight end, linebacker, and cornerback down the board was widely thought to be a wise plan."
"Last season, the Patriots carried three running backs, but the third back was in constant rotation due to injury. Antonio Gibson, now released, began the season as the RB3, but he tore his ACL in Week 5 against the Bills."
"Larison was a tremendous college player, totaling over 2,300 total yards on offense during the 2024 season with UC Davis. His 7 carries totaled 35 yards and a touchdown in the first preseason game, but he was placed on season-ending IR with a foot injury after the game."
The New England Patriots made nine draft picks, including five offensive and four defensive players. They selected Jam Miller from Alabama as a running back. The team needed depth, especially at offensive tackle and edge defender. Currently, the Patriots have six running backs, with TreVeyon Henderson and Rhamondre Stevenson as the top two. The RB3 role is open for competition this summer, following injuries that affected last season's roster. Both Terrell Jennings and Lan Larison are competing for the position, but neither was drafted, making the competition more challenging.
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