192: WR, Jake Bobo, UCLA, Round 6, No. McDonald might not be there at No. So grabbing him with pick No. So he wont be a Devin McCourty replacement, but he could be a potential Adrian Phillips or Jabrill Peppers replacement. I dont see that happening. On offense, the team clearly needs help on the offensive line and at receiver. That confidence likely led to him thinking that he could just coach up Patricia and Judge and be sufficiently involved in the offense to keep it a top-10 unit. Forbes set the SEC and national record for pick-sixes in his career with six overall, while also racking up 14 total interceptions in his collegiate career, making him a true ballhawk playmaker. New England is scheduled to pick 14th overall in the 2023 NFL Draft, which would mark Bill Belichick and companys highest selection since 2008 if they dont trade 192 pick, No. Instead, I think youll see Belichick bring in a punter to compete with Bailey during training camp, then pick the better of the two. TooToo has ties with Alabama, and the Patriots sure love their Alabama linebackers. The Ravens currently have five picks in the 2023 NFL Draft. The young offensive lineman has a rare combination of strength and agility that should allow him to be an anchor at the next level. Regardless, if Damien Harris walks in free agency, it wouldnt hurt to add another running back that runs hard to back up Pierre Strong Jr. and Kevin Harris, who will see bigger roles behind Rhamondre Stevenson in Year 2. 1) Houston Texans, 2-12-1 2) Chicago Bears, 3-12 3) Seattle Seahawks (via Denver Broncos, 4-11) 4) Arizona Cardinals, 4-11 5) Indianapolis Colts, 4-9-1 6) Atlanta Falcons, 5-10 7) Detroit Lions (via L.A. Rams, 5-10) 8) Carolina Panthers, 6-9 In the newest version, Kiper thinks the Patriots could help out Mac Jones by drafting wide receiver Jaxon Smith-Njigba from Ohio State with the 14th pick. Time To Hang It Up: Five NFL Wide Receivers That Should Retire After The Season Did his play drop off? In the newest version, Kiper thinks the Patriots could help out Mac Jones by drafting wide receiver Jaxon Smith-Njigba from Ohio State with the 14th pick. We would appreciate your support by either turning off your adblocker or signing up for our ad-free subscription tier.Thanks for being a reader! Gambling problem? Now, every team without Patrick Mahomes needs a true No. I have consistently had the Patriots addressing OT, CB, and WR with their first few picks, and this is no different. Gerard P. Im with you on just about everything you said. Here's the updated order of the first round of the 2023 NFL Draft for non-playoff teams. So seeing him here at No. 'I'd really be looking forward to a fun career'. All Rights Reserved. As time rolls on, we will learn a lot more about each of these prospects, but for now, were building this based off what we know now through draft preparations so far. 233: K, Chad Ryland, Maryland, Round 7, Pick No. Jonnu Smith has yet to amount to anything in two years with the team, and outside of Smith, the Patriots dont have any developmental players. For many experts, Georgia defensive lineman Jalen Carter is the clear-cut No. These may not be the sexiest of picks, but theyre likely what the team will go for based off where theyre selected and the measurables, if its a need or the more-than-occasional lesser known prospect. However, with Jonnu Smiths contract being one of the worst contracts the Patriots have signed under Bill Belichick, the Patriots would be crazy to not consider taking a tight end to develop behind Hunter Henry in a very deep tight end class. 259: P, Adam Korsak, Rutgers, Your California Privacy Rights/Privacy Policy. Hes a pure pass-rusher that needs some polish, but his relentlessness and effort make him an intriguing project player in round four. The New England Patriots are expected to make out well when it comes to compensatory picks in the 2023 NFL draft. 1 receiver to have an elite offense. It may be frightening to choose another Georgia offensive tackle in round one. Dexter is an interior defensive lineman from Florida who possess elite length, power and agility. Besides being from Alabama, TooToo is extremely poised and rarely out of position. Regardless of the Patriots taking the two starters from the Buckeyes, Jones projects to be a mauler of a right tackle, and his size is eerily similar to that of Trent Brown, whom he would be replacing. New England Patriots draft picks 2023. Although the jury is still out on most of the 2021 and 2022 draft classes, there is some positive success being built since Matt Groh transitioned into owning the draft process. 117: TE, Luke Schoonmaker, Michigan, Round 4, Pick #135: S, Trey Dean III, Florida, Round 5, Pick No. Houston sends two picks from the Deshaun Watson trade (Round 3, 2023; Round 1, 2024) and gets a 2023 fifth-rounder back from the Bears to balance the deal. The NFL season is not quite over, but its never too early for 2023 mock drafts, especially considering how disappointing the 2022 season has been up to this point. Rather than reaching for one of those at No. How much is too much for Jakobi Meyers? Should the Patriots look offensive line with the 14th pick in the draft? Patriots draft order: No. Jones is available in this mock draft, but as we get closer to the actual draft, I wouldnt be shocked if he sneaks into round two. Patriots projected to receive 3 additional draft picks through NFL compensatory process, Broncos GM shares update on potential Patriots trade target Jerry Jeudy, Report: Patriots to work out free agent wide receiver, former Mac Jones teammate, Slade Bolden, New England Patriots links 03/01/23 - Pats already ahead of 2022; Options abound to build around Mac, Patriots assistant coach DeMarcus Covington receiving heavy praise at NFL Combine. Covington interviewed for two defensive coordinator positions this offseason. Note: Submitted questions have been edited for clarity and length. I think, as long as no wide receivers emerge as cant-miss options over the next two months, the Patriots should trade back in the first round. I was initially torn between adding Georgia OT Broderick Jones, but he is more of a power blocker and translates to a RT, where Northwesterns Skoronski is more of the true bookend tackle the Patriots desperately need. Sign up for the Patriots Wire newsletter to get our top stories in your inbox every morning. It also doesnt hurt to have two good corners, and Forbes has the skills to be a shutdown defensive back at the next level. 1 overall pick, the Cardinals While much of the focus has been on a potential trade-up with the Chicago Bears for the No. 135, 210, and 258 were given to the Patriots because of the loss of cornerback J.C. Jackson, center Ted Karras, and running back Brandon Bolden.. New England's 76th over pick stems from last year's trade in which the Pats traded the 94th overall pick to the Carolina Panthers in exchange for a 2022 fourth At this point, Jake Moody, the best kicker in the draft, is long gone. Whether the Patriots decide to move on from Jonnu Smith or not, they will be in need of another tight end in the pipeline. Ball security and production are good things. 2 tackle in the class behind Paris Johnson Jr. and above Peter Skoronski, who were both gone by No. Report: Patriots to work out free agent wide receiver Slade Bolden. And though I dont think Jones is going anywhere this offseason, since you asked, I think Bailey Zappe would become the starter if Jones departed. The Los Angeles Rams sent their 2023 fourth-rounder, along with a 2022 sixth-rounder, to the Patriots for running back Sony Michel, as well. They have their first and second-round picks, plus an early third-round selection from the Carolina Panthers. 205 is good value. Don't have an account? The Patriots, as usual, will have plenty of draft capital. 101: WR, Marvin Mims, Oklahoma, Round 4, Pick No. A total of 32 such extra picks are handed out annually, and a single team can earn up to four additional selections that way depending on several factors ranging from a departed players contract length to playing time. Thats in part because the Kraft family really respects him and wants to make sure Belichick has talented assistant coaches working for him who might one day be able to take on bigger roles. Patriots projected to get a massive haul in 2023 compensatory picks Schedule Podcast Teams AFC East Bills Dolphins Jets AFC North Bengals Browns Michael C. Johnson/USA TODAY Sports Images, Sox Transactions, Trades, and Free Agents. You'll now receive the top Patriots Wire stories each day directly in your inbox. You'll now receive the top Patriots Wire stories each day directly in your inbox. As a result, the Patriots are now projected to hold 11 total picks in the upcoming draft. Theres a quick first step for the 6-foot-4, 253-pound player out of Florida. I will be using PFFs mock draft simulator with trades on. Outside of pass catchers, the Patriots top need on offense is on the line. Lets take a look at how the latest mock draft turned out for the Patriots. Few players improved their draft stock in the last year as much as Wright, who helped Tennessee enjoy a great season while playing well enough to become an early draft pick. As the offseason rolls towards the new league year (and start of free agency), its time for another seven-round 2023 mock draft, following the Senior and 2023 NFL Draft Predictions: Philadelphia Eagles Biggest Team Needs In his latest mock draft, Jeremiah has the Patriots selecting Gonzalez. He has the size and length to be an excellent outside corner and is probably the best ball-hawk in the draft. He struggles in zone coverage. Has there been any confirmation of Jerod Mayos new role? 1 overall pick, the Cardinals Gerard P. Its difficult to get out of Baileys contract before June 1, so I dont expect any news on him. WebThe Patriots currently have the sixth overall pick in the 2023 draft, according to Tankathon. 76: WR, Trey Palmer, Nebraska, Round 4, Pick No. Chicago Bears, 3-14 Houston Texans, 3-13-1 Arizona Cardinals, 4-13 Prior to the injury, he racked up 61 tackles (14 for loss) and seven sacks. During the offseason, we will be doing mock drafts throughout that will take you right up until the actual draft. The Patriots need tackle help bad, and at No. 14 pick, they opt to trade up into the fifth round to select a versatile lineman they had the pleasure of seeing in the shrine bowl. Sure did. 46: CB, Emmanuel Forbes, Mississippi State, Round 3, Pick No. This is the man the Patriots would be trading up to get. This answer might make you cringe, but hear me out. He has been a Patriots fit for me all offseason long, and the coaching staff got a close-up view of the Florida safety. The 2023 NFL Draft is a few months away but trade conversations will really be initiated at the NFL Combine later this month and into March. New England is currently set to choose in the 14th, 47th, 77th, 107th, 117th, 184th, 187th, and 192nd slots at the 2023 NFL Draft, which will be held in Kansas City While the entire New England fan base and media are focused on whether or not Brady will return this offseason, the team has several more critical issues. Please check your email for a confirmation. But youre right that the Patriots need to ensure that their punter (whoever it is) can handle kickoff duties since Folk was exposed in that regard during the late-season loss in Buffalo. The franchise tag is about $19 million, which is a no-go as far as I am concerned. 1 prospect in the 2023 NFL Draft. Plus, New England could just be doing its due diligence with a top prospect. A former high school hockey player, Van Ness racked up 37 tackles and six sacks last season for the Hawkeyes. The Texas Tech edge rusher is considered a potential top five pick in the NFL draft pic.twitter.com/kI5mGA0VJE. Through the NFL Draft. I dont see that happening. Please check your email for a confirmation. Ads help us pay RotobBaller's award-winning writers as much as possible they are vital to the site's operations and team. He has a lot of raw ability, but he really hasnt been able to put it all together to produce. PICK: Jordan Addison, WR, USC. After taking a wide receiver in the first round, the next pick should either be a cornerback or right tackle depending on which was addressed more meaningfully during free agency. 116, but he was in this mock draft. Download Our Free News & Alerts Mobile App. Last year, Christian Kirk signed a new deal with an average annual value of $18 million. For just $0.83/month, get an ad-free experience and access to RotoBaller's VIP Discord Chat Community, If you can't subscribe, please consider turning off your adblocker for RotoBaller.com. The TooToo has limitations with strength and pass rush, but he makes up for it with his gifted athleticism. This is about the time when I begin switching my mock drafts from a what they should do to a what they will likely do perspective. Bailey was really bad (and then injured) last season. 2023 NFL Draft Order Picks 1-24 pic.twitter.com/DZBCn9jVgP. The Patriots call up old friend Dave Ziegler to move down 10 spots, and now have back-to-back picks in the third round. 15 pick in the 2021 draft, so there's value to be had in the middle of the first round. That, though, would be too much for the Patriots, I think, given all their needs. If this ends up being the pick in this spot, the Patriots could have a scary interior duo with Barmore and Dexter. Nick Folk is just fine, but he is also getting up there in age. Another year, another NFL Draft where the New England Patriots are expected to take a wide receiver in Round 1. Pro Football Focus has him as a 62.3 graded blocker for his collegiate career. However, they have struggled without the future Hall of Famer. Call 1-800-GAMBLER. Youll hear the names of Tee Higgins and Mike Evans thrown out there, but I dont see either of them moving this offseason. I dont see that happening. In the newest version, Kiper thinks the Patriots could help out Mac Jones by drafting wide receiver Jaxon Smith-Njigba from Ohio State with the 14th pick. Stover is an interesting fit here, as the Patriots on paper should not be drafting a tight end for the next few years. Jack Jones seems like a good outside corner for the future, but immaturity issues lingered from his pre-draft process, and the Patriots felt the need to make the rare move of suspending him. 5th Round: Approximately No. If it does, hes the quarterback in 2024, too. This former five-star high school recruit lit up the Big 10 as a sophomore alongside future first-rounders Chris Olave and Garrett Wilson. WebThe Patriots would own the No. Round 1, Pick No. You'll now receive the top Patriots Wire stories each day directly in your inbox. Stover sits at 6-foot-4 and 255 pounds, and hes coming off a season where he caught 36 balls for 406 yards and five touchdowns. Hes a Hall of Fame coach no doubt, but Bill Belichick still hasnt been held accountable for the Matt Patricia/Joe Judge debacle that he alone created. 3rd round (via CAR) 4th round. 205: TE, Luke Schoonmaker, Michigan, Your California Privacy Rights/Privacy Policy. The North Andover native transferred from Duke to UCLA for his final season. Regardless of how that process eventually turns out, though, New England will have plenty of capital to address its needs in the coming draft. The meaty part of the NFL offseason has begun and, naturally, there are plenty of questions about the Patriots following a fourth straight season without a playoff win. Hes entering the last year of his contract, and Belichick really respects him. 2 overall. Even so, the Patriots love to use their safeties as hybrid linebackers, which could change if they start to shift from their traditional thumper linebacker. In the early rounds, theyve retained their original selections in Rounds 1 and 3. The New England Patriots need to upgrade at wide receiver this offseason, and there could be a few exciting prospects at that position available to Bill Belichick and his staff with the No. But Stover has great size and comes from a good program, which means he could be a good prospect to develop. Carolina Panthers 2023 NFL Draft Picks Round 1 Round 2 Round 2 (From San Francisco) Round 3 (From San Francisco) Round 4 Round 4 (From San Francisco) The Patriots have many needs, including an offensive coordinator and No. 14 overall, 2. Seattle (via Denver) 6. However, he can also get after the quarterback. 184 Katherine M. This is the biggest story of the Patriots offseason to me. I think they can go up to $15 million per year, maybe $16 million if theres less guaranteed money. That could be seen as a good sign that hes ready for the next level, or it could mean that he is too close to being overworked. Arizona 4. Pats Pulpit: for New England Patriots fans. https://patriotswire.usatoday.com/lists/7-round-patriots-2023-mock-draft/, Round 1, Pick No. New England Patriots biggest need in 2023, same as in 2022. He also has the ability to drop into coverage, and a versatile player like that screams Patriot. Trade Keenan Allen? If the Patriots are legitimately going to improve on offense, it has to start at wide receiver. 1:27 pm ET, noted at the NFL Scouting Combine last year, 2023 NFL Mock Draft: Lions snag QB early in first round, NFL combine burning questions: Young's size and more, Agent's Take: Rodgers' trade value, logistics, best fit, McCarthy: Rodgers is still playing top-level football, Bengals GM non-committal about Joe Mixon's future, Report: Pats work out Mac's former Bama WR, roommate, Mock: Carter falls amid warrant, Ravens take QB, Rodgers' trade value, logistics and best fit, Best team fits for top FAs at each position, Ex-NFL GM on ramifications of Carter's arrest warrant, Jalen Carter issues statement amid charges, NFLPA issues team report cards: Commanders fail, Rodgers emerges from dark with latest on 2023 decision. New England found its (potential) quarterback of the future in Mac Jones with the No. 14, 46 and 76. Did Kyle Busch Take Shot At Joe Gibbs Racing After NASCAR Win? 14 overall. But the receiver market is difficult. That's kind of how I was used as well. 103: A.T. Perry, WR, Wake Forest, Round 4, Pick No. Here's where Patriots will pick in first round of 2023 NFL Draft, AFC playoff seeding, Wild Card Round matchups set as Patriots lose to Bills, Seattle Seahawks (via Denver Broncos, 5-12), Philadelphia Eagles (via New Orleans Saints, 7-10), Houston Texans (via Cleveland Browns, 7-10). The draft is always important because its the best way to improve a roster with young, talented and cheap prospects filling direct needs. Dexter has more run-stuffing skills than Christian Barmore, who was selected in the second round of the 2021 NFL draft. The Patriots desperately need to fix the offensive line, and the tackles are the biggest priority with Isaiah Wynn set to be a free agent and Trent Brown on the final year of the extension he signed last offseason. LAST UPDATED: February 19, 2023. Sitting at 6-foot-6 and 313 pounds, he has more than enough in terms of measurables to be able to solidify the Patriots front seven and assist in stopping the run. If you had to rank receivers around the league, Meyers would fall somewhere between 25 and 35 for me. Brian Daboll is an old friend of Bill Belichick, and the two teams make a move here, giving the Patriots another second-round selection to target needs, while the Giants move out into round three and pick up a future third for the trouble. In addition to No. Other than that, what could be the explanation for what was clearly a disastrous move? Using the projection shared by Over The Cap, those would be distributed 152: OT, Jaxson Kirkland, Washington, Round 6, Pick No. The order for the first round of the 2023 NFL Draft is becoming more clear with Sunday's Week 18 games concluding and the 2022 regular season wrapping up. The Texas Tech edge rusher is Rashee Rice, SMUs best receiver, has star wideout written all over him. Here is the current 2023 NFL Draft order, picks for all 32 teams from Round 1 to Round 7. I They dont have to go back too far maybe around pick 19 or 20. NFL mock draft: Patriots pick a wide receiver in new Mel Kiper Jr. mock. 14 pick The Patriots loss to the Bills moved them to the 14th spot in the 2023 Draft. 14: OT, Paris Johnson Jr., Ohio State, Round 2, Pick No. Tyree Wilson said he plans to meet with the Patriots today. So what better time to do our first official mock draft than now? There was just too much working against him last season to glean too much from his performance. One thing is for certain: the Patriots have some draft capital to build on their successes over the last few drafts of adding key players like Kyle Dugger, Josh Uche, Mike Onwenu, Mac Jones, Christian Barmore, Rhamondre Stevenson, Cole Strange, Marcus Jones, Jack Jones and Bailey Zappe. Williams is an explosive defensive back out of Syracuse that has great size at 6-foot-even and 190lbs. Do you think the Patriots try to target a proven veteran receiver to add experience, or will they add to the position via the draft? Today, well see how 2023 could potentially shake out with a way too early seven-round mock draft with only two weeks left in the regular season. The 25-year-old is close friends with Mac Jones stemming back to their playing days at Alabama where they were also roommates. So why not take a tight end now, and start the process of developing him with new tight ends coach Will Lawing? Still, he is a player the Patriots could develop into a red zone threat, and he has also proven to be a willing blocker in his time at UCLA. What Draft Picks Do The New England Patriots Own? Its all a matter of picking the right players at this point. The Indianapolis Colts may have more competition to sift through if they want to move up for a quarterback prospect in the 2023 NFL draft as the Arizona Cardinals may also be a team willing to trade their pick away.. There is a chance that he has room to add strength to his frame and could develop into the kind of three-down linebacker the Patriots have been missing for a few years now. Being awarded three extra picks is a massive haul for the Patriots considering four is the maximum number of compensatory picks a team can have in a single draft. !#PeterSkoronski pic.twitter.com/Rwyq0WUhKL. Tyree Wilson said he plans to meet with the Patriots today. 2nd round. He could easily get taken anywhere between rounds 2-4. What is the plan at kicker (as we have nobody on the roster capable of making deep kickoffs or hitting field goals beyond 53 yards)? The Patriots have no reason to not take shots in the first three rounds until a few hit, especially with the number of productive receivers coming out of the draft the last few years in multiple rounds. With the Patriots addressing left tackle with the No. It would be exciting to see the Patriots aggressively solve their offensive line in one draft. It will be the Patriots' highest selection in Round 1 since they took Tennessee linebacker Jerod Mayo 10th overall in 2008. Wilson finished with 38 tackles and seven sacks the previous season. How the Patriots handle the 2023 NFL Draft, of course, will depend on how their roster looks following the initial phases of free agency. Using the projection shared by Over The Cap, those would be distributed as follows: With compensatory selections not assigned until after the conclusion of the season, a majority of draft slots remains unofficial for now; at the moment we only know for sure that the Patriots will own picks Nos. How about potentially resetting the tackle positionthe Patriots biggest needwith not one, but two tackles from Ohio State. New England is therefore projected to own 11 total selections in the 2023 draft. While free agency and the 2023 NFL Draft are still weeks away, Bill Belichick's club has hit the ground running and recently took a look at a pass catcher who oozes with New England connections. That means its time to look forward to the 2023 NFL Draft and the No. He's a New Hampshire native and a graduate of the University of New Hampshire. 2023 NFL Draft Predictions: Cincinnati Bengals Biggest Team Needs They have their first and second-round picks, plus an early third-round selection from the Carolina Follow Chad on Twitter @ChadGraff. So those projected picks would bring the Patriots total number of draft selections to 11. 176: Garrett Williams, CB, Syracuse, Round 6, Pick No. 117: Sign up for the Patriots Wire newsletter to get our top stories in your inbox every morning. Offensive tackle Isaiah Wynn is a free agent in March. 14. Chris L. There are two counterpoints to everything Ive written about wide receivers. Stroud - QB, Ohio State, Fantasy Football Keepers, Sleepers, And Trade Targets: Tight Ends, How To Play Fantasy Football: General Overview For Beginners, 2023 NFL Scouting Combine Preview: Running Backs, Top 10 Greatest NFL Tight Ends Of All Time, DraftKings and FanDuel Daily Fantasy Basketball Picks (3/1/23): NBA DFS Lineups, Breakout Starting Pitchers Who'll Be Even Better for 2023 Fantasy Baseball, DraftKings PGA DFS Lineup Picks - The Arnold Palmer Invitational Golf Advice (2023), Updated 2023 Rankings for Roto Leagues - Oneil Cruz, Corbin Carroll, Vinnie Pasquantino, Gunnar Henderson, Triston McKenzie, George Kirby, Horse For The Course: PGA DFS Course History - 2023 Arnold Palmer Invitational, Starting Pitcher "Stuff" Improvers - The Biggest In-Season Risers. I think the Patriots should be very interested in both of them. As always, these mock drafts are what I believe the Patriotsshould do, not what Im predicting them to do. The free-agent class is weak this year. The Patriots have a need for a linebacker who can challenge the pass, stop the run, and assist in pass-rush scenarios. Detroit (via Los Angeles Rams) 7. The Patriots have the cap space and picks to get it all done through free agency and the draft. Bolden's agency, Black Label Sports Group, also acknowledged the private workout., Bolden's Patriots links run rather deep. To break it down in simple terms, the league is compensating teams for losing unrestricted free agents. First, there doesnt seem to be a clear-cut receiver worthy of the 14th pick, so the Pats might be reaching a bit if they take one there. (Gregory Fisher / USA Today). So Dean could be a fit here for depth. 245. -0:00:001:16:50. The defeat dropped the Patriots to 8-9 and a ninth-place finish in the AFC standings. The New England Patriots season is over, and picks 1-18 are set for the 2023 NFL draft. Schoonmaker has great size, and the Patriots have a need at tight end. He is good in space and can stack defensive backs, getting great separation on the line, while also opening up opportunities for others. There's a real chance, given the quality of those three opponents, that the Patriots could go 0-3 during that stretch and finish the season with a 7-10 record. But I also think youre right that Belichick hasnt gotten enough blame for the position he alone put the offense in. The Patriots love Michigan lineman, and Oluwatimi is a center that can kick inside. But its left tackle, Trent Brown, turns 30 this offseason and only has one year remaining on his contract. Oluwatimi is an excellent center that has great awareness, footwork, and a nice balance of power and agility. 116: Will McDonald IV, EDGE, West Virginia, Round 6, Pick No. But as things stand right Ryland offers all of that in a buttoned-up package here at No. JaWhaun Bentley is fine, but the Patriots shouldnt be afraid to take chances on day three. Mims projects as the prototypical slot receiver, with great separation. Perry stands tall at 6-foot-5 and 206 pounds with excellent acceleration. 6th Round: Comp Pick (Connor Williams) 6th Round: Comp Pick (Cedrick Wilson) 7th Round: Approximately No. But at pick No. https://patriotswire.usatoday.com/lists/full-7-round-patriots-2023-mock-draft/, Round 1, Pick No. Our goal is to put out the highest-quality content and tools. As the offseason rolls towards the new league year (and start of free agency), its time for another seven-round 2023 mock draft, following the Senior and Shrine Bowls. What would your ideal draft be for the Patriots? In his first three-round mock of the 2023 NFL Draft, Chad Reuter gives the New England Patriots a dynamic wide receiver in Round 2. Theres also the fact that you wont have to overpay for two tight ends again. Patriots 2023 mock draft: Bill Belichick's path to getting Mac Jones more weapons I keep seeing mock drafts that have the Patriots picking a receiver at No. 107: LB, Henry To'oTo'o, Alabama, Round 4, Pick No. The New England Patriots are heading into their offseason as the owners of the 14th overall pick in the 2023 NFL Draft. With Jonathan Jones a free agent, Jalen Mills as injury-prone and Jack Jones current issues with the Patriots, the outside corner is a sneaky need. "That's the kind of guy Wes was, catch the ball in the middle of the field, with no traffic. The Patriots missed the playoffs with a 35-23 loss to the Buffalo Bills on Sunday. Who Could The New England Patriots Draft In The First Round? 14 pick The Patriots loss to the Bills moved them to the 14th spot in the 2023 Draft. 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