Patriots make a surprising pick in recent mock draft with a major twist
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Patriots make a surprising pick in recent mock draft with a major twist
"The Patriots hold 11 picks in this year's draft, and after making 11 selections last year, the odds of them using all of them seem incredibly low."
"Rang's mock sees New England trade up in the first round, but not for a position viewed as a top need. While tackle, edge defender, and wide receiver have been the most common first-round selections, Vrabel and company add Toledo safety Emmanuel McNeil-Warren to their ranks after making a move up with the Bears."
"The Patriots' safety room underwent major changes last offseason. Jabrill Peppers was released during final roster cuts, while Kyle Dugger was buried in the depth chart until his eventual midseason trade to Pittsburgh, where he'd join Peppers."
"While top-end talent in 2026 isn't likely to be an issue, there are concerns a"
The New England Patriots have a history of draft-day trades, including a recent move from Pick 14 to Pick 17 in 2023 to select Christian Gonzalez. With 11 picks in the upcoming draft, the likelihood of using all selections is low. Rob Rang's mock draft suggests the Patriots may trade up from Pick 31 to 25, selecting safety Emmanuel McNeil-Warren. The safety position has seen significant changes, including the addition of Kevin Byard, who led the league in interceptions last season.
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