In the final round of the 2025 NFL draft, the New England Patriots made three key selections, focusing on enhancing their roster. They chose Missouri offensive tackle Marcus Bryant, Vanderbilt long snapper Julian Ashby, and Memphis cornerback Kobee Minor. Bryant is a powerful addition to the offensive line, following the earlier pick of Will Campbell. Ashby, a rare late-round long snapper selection, will compete against veteran Joe Cardona, while Minor aims to improve the team's secondary depth. Overall, these picks exemplify a clear strategy to strengthen specific team areas.
Bryant, who will turn 23 in June, started all 13 games on the left side of the line last season for the Tigers and stayed in for 975 snaps.
Ashby, at No. 251, became the first long snapper to be drafted since Alabama's Thomas Fletcher and Michigan's Camaron Cheeseman in 2021.
It marks a double-dip at the position for New England after turning to LSU's Will Campbell at No. 4 overall.
Kobee Minor's selection indicates New England's aim to bolster their secondary depth, especially in a competitive cornerback market.
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