Patriots seven-round 2021 NFL mock draft: New England finds future QB in Mac Jones, bolsters defense Bill Belichick is putting the finishing touches on what has been a wild offseason in Foxborough Pat Lane's 7-round mock draft 5.0: Patriots bet on high-upside players at positions of need. 2021 Live Mock: Round 1. If you give me one of the drafts most explosive players at the end of the 4th round, Im pulling the trigger. 231. The Panthers tap into Darnold's former program for a player that will remind him of JuJu Smith-Schuster as a tough slot presence to put between Robby Anderson and D.J. he 2021 NFL Draft is just a few days away, and one of the hardest teams to figure out is the New England Patriots. Little's size is ideal for that developmental swing role. He certainly has other deficiencies, but his one solid trait catching the ball out of the backfield could help the Patriots these next few years. MORE: Most painful NFL Draft slides of the last 20 years. 259, also known as "Mr. The Jaguars need some beef and inside pass-rush burst in their defensive rebuild and Barmore, after a big postseason, would be the ideal force. Scott can win outside with quickness at the line and serious deep receiving ability. He has great size, at 6-foot-2 and over 33-inch arms, and he ran a 4.36 in the 40-yard dash at the Scouting Combine. 158. (Photo by Ronald Martinez/Getty Images), Penn State Nittany Lions linebacker Micah Parsons (11): (Jesse Johnson-USA TODAY Sports). Minnesota Vikings: Darius Stills, DT, West Virginia Kansas City Chiefs(compensatory): Ben Cleveland, G, Georgia, 145. With the Las Vegas Patriots selecting Jahmyr Gibbs at #38, Downs was too good to pass up on. With Pro Days, the Combine and free agency about wrapped up and only team visits left, the NFL draft is nearly upon us. 119. Detroit Lions (from Rams, compensatory). 140. 138. The Saints are in the market for a reliable No. The Giants, after going for big athleticism on the outside of their offensive line, can turn to solving their weakness on the pass rush for defensive coordinator Patrick Graham. 244. The Ravens need stronger outside depth behindStanley and now, based on this mock,Mayfield. pic.twitter.com/DJso6XTdWY, Ryan McCrystal (@Ryan_McCrystal) April 7, 2023. Some look at Paye as more of an inside pass-rushing force but regardless, he's an athletic freak for his sizeand Brian Flores will love him adding to the multiplicity of their defensive front. Kansas City Chiefs(from SteelersthroughDolphins): Ernest Jones, LB, South Carolina See who else he, @MattHarmon_BYB, and @thejoeywright are targeting in the most recent episode of The Pretend GM. 3. 167. Azeez Ojulari, OLB, Georgia(6-3, 240 pounds). 15 overall pick in 2021 and having him help lead the team to the playoffs as a rookie. New York Jets (from Panthers, compensatory): Kary Vincent Jr., CB/S, LSU 1. 132. ESPN's Jordan Reid bravely projected all seven rounds in an epic 2023 NFL Mock Draft that includes predictions for all 11 of New England's picks. With Round 1 of the draft now just two weeks away, here is our latest attempt at predicting which players . 12. 210. 203. With Pro Days, the Combine and free agency about wrapped up and only team visits left, the NFL draft is nearly upon us. Its been a whirlwind of an offensive for do-it-all head coach Bill Belichick, and it could lead to the team approaching the draft in a best player available mentality as April 29 quickly approaches. Denver Broncos: Khalil Herbert, RB, Virginia Tech 142. Moore. Starling Thomas is an explosive player at the position, running a 4.3-second 40-yard dash at the Scouting Combine. New England Patriots(fromCardinalsthrough Texans): Kylin Hill, RB, Mississippi State Chicago Bears: Quintin Morris, TE, Bowling Green 110. He has the ability to play outside, but isnt afraid to go across the middle as well. I mean sure, does it help to have Heisman-trophy-winning DeVonta Smith out wide, Najee Harris alongside you in the backfield, all the while playing behind potential first-round selection Alex Leatherwood and day-two selection Landon Dickerson on a stout Crimson Tide offensive line? Hunter Henry and Mike Gesicki are good players, but neither is an exceptional blocker and both are free agents next offseason. 1 tight end in 2024 and beyond. Carolina Panthers: Jarret Patterson, RB, Buffalo 139. 162. Watching Nick Folk try to kick off was an adventure last season, and allowing three kickoff return touchdowns was a complete disaster. Los Angeles Chargers: Marlon Tuipulotu, DT, USC Philadelphia Eagles(from 49ers): Mustafa Johnson, DT, Colorado Judon and Van Noy will prove to be nice adds, but Donta Hightower is a question mark after opting out of the 2020 season due to COVID concerns. Things have been shaken up the draft rankings and this 7 round mock draft world! 172. Najee Harris, RB, Alabama (6-2, 230 pounds). Parsons is a player many teams will regret letting fall to the hands of Belichick. 179. The Rams could use an outside pass-rush boost behind Leonard Floyd and Roche fits their 3-4 well. Call (800) 327-5050 or visit gamblinghelpline.ma.org (MA), Call 877-8-HOPENY/text HOPENY (467369) (NY). Considering the talent of prospects across the board and specific team needs, here alookat the potential value picks from the no-brainer No. The Seahawks need to upgrade at right tackle and Leatherwood can be a powerful run blocker for them for many years to come. 154. The Patriotshave to start a steady rebuild of their aging secondnary and Robinson's size and coverage versatility fits with Belichick. Getting Joe Burrow another big-time playmaker at wide receiver or tight end will be temptingbut upgrading the pass protection is vital. They also took star tackle Matt Light in the second round. Pat Lanes seven-round mock draft Version 1.0 | Version 2.0 | Version 3.0 | Version 4.0. Past Round 1, Metchie and Georgia's George Pickens are my two favorite receivers for the Patriots in this year's draft. March 22, 2021. New England Patriots 7-Round NFL Mock Draft. 38 overall: Christian Barmore, DT, Alabama My take: The Patriots must have had a high grade on Barmore -- at the first-round level -- based on their aggressive move to draft him . Round 1, No. He is fearless going across the middle . 216. The Jets have made this the second no-brainer in the draft, going for his attractive arm and athleticism combination in replacing traded Sam Darnold. If not, its back to the drawing board at some crucial positions. The Raiders said goodbye to Rodney Hudson and Gabe Jackson in free agency so a solid run-blocking interior option is a must somewhat early. Kendre Miller's contact balance pic.twitter.com/joeF37UsH6. 12 pick as well as a 2021 third-round pick and 2022 third-round pick. His role could be similar to Phillip Dorsett, who played a lot of X for New England despite not fitting the typical body type. Carolina Panthers: Dez Fitzpatrick, WR, Louisville Jalen Carter, DL, Georgia (Seahawks) (Photo: Getty) Carter will visit Monday with the Lions, a franchise early in the 2023 NFL Draft at No. The Cardinals lost the sack impact of Haason Reddick in free agency and Chandler Jones is 31. R1. New England Patriots (compensatory): Jaelon Darden, WR, North Texas 4-135: CB Starling Thomas V (UAB): Its like an instant replay of the Patriots first two picks, because they are again following up an offensive tackle selection with a cornerback. The position isnt as important as the days of Zach Thomas, Tedy Bruschi, and Brian Urlacher, but having a star in the middle of the front seven can change the outlook of a defense. The Jaguars need a franchise passer for Urban Meyer and they're locked into whom they think will be a transcendent prospect. Rousseau would be a good situational rusher now and develop into a regular starter soon. Here's looking at how every team can nail every round: NFL DRAFT BIG BOARD: Ranking thetop 100 players in 2021 draft class. 225. The Patriots will look out for quarterback values later but should be fine taking a rangy playmaker to clean up and lead for Bill Belichick on the second level as Dont'a Hightower's successor. His talent as a runner would also make him a valuable asset on scout-team and potentially in short-yardage situations on gamedays. 217. Jaylen Waddle, WR, Alabama (5-10, 182 pounds). Baltimore Ravens: Bryce Hargrove, G, Pittsburgh 10 to take their quarterback of the future. The Cowboys think pass defense again after taking Surtain early with a highly productive rusher with a variety of moves. So, there you have it. The pro day circuit is over. Getting a guy with his combination of size and speed would be a great thing for their defense, and help make the unit even better. Jacksonville Jaguars(fromTitans): Carlo Kemp, DT/EDGE, Michigan The Steelers cut Steven Nelson and also lost slot Mike Hilton in free agency. 214. Echols fits that mold, having run a 4.3 and clocked a 6.84-second time in the 3-cone at his Pro Day. The Cowboys need to stash some offensive tackle promise and the massive Brown makes sense. R4-107: TE Luke Schoonmaker, Michigan (PFF Big Board: #96, D+). There probably aren't 10 . The Ravens need to address tackle after trading Orlando Brown Jr. to the Chiefs so it makes sense to take care of business with the first-rounder acquired in that deal as Mayfield can be a solid fit opposite Ronnie Stanley. On behalf of Boot Hill Casino & resort (KS). Tampa Bay Buccaneers: Tuf Borland, LB, Ohio State. most physical, violent interior defensive talent in this years class. NFL Mock Draft Did I put the Patriots in a position to kick off a new dynasty? The New England Patriots took a step back last season after selecting Mac Jones with the No. Time will tell how long Stephon Gilmore remains in Foxborough, but for now, hes New Englands CB1. The Ravens will need to think about upgrading their gutted pass rush multiple timesand Odeyingbo can be a strong rotational, situational contributo made for a 3-4. New Orleans Saints(compensatory): Brady Breeze, S, Oregon See terms at draftkings.com/sportsbook. The Raiders invested in Cory Littleton and Nick Kwiatkoski in free agency with limited return in 2020 so going after a natural run stopper with coverage instincts makes sense to round out their second level. If he hits, they are getting a potentially devastating player on the inside to pair with Christian Barmore, Josh Uche, and Matthew Judon, making the pass-rushing front one of the most disruptive in the NFL. Billy Riccette. One of the top players at the collegiate level, Hubbard has the ability to trump either of the two on New Englands depth chart. The Lions would be ready to jump on Chase should he slip and also willneed to give thought to Smith's former Alabama teammate, Jaylen Waddle. 228. 153. Hes not really big enough to play inside, but his testing says that he may not be able to play outside. Full disclosure, I didnt know much about Richards until offensive line guru Brandon Thorn mentioned the left tackle on Twitter last week. Its hard not to think of Rhamondre Stevenson when watching Kendre Millers vision and contact balance. 191. Chicago Bears(compensatory): Quinn Meinerz, G/C, Wisconsin-Whitewater, 229. 193. This athletic target can help as an extra intermediate option. 6-187: RB Evan Hull (Northwestern): The Patriots are in need of a back who can catch the football out of the backfield, and Hull fits that to a tee. They do need a lot of cornerback help to complement Donte Jackson, and a flyer on big fading fromer Bronco A.J. This one sees tons of young talent coming in, along with some real questionable prospects. 174. The Browns need some pass-rush and coverage versatility to support their front and the rest of their linebackers and Ojulari would be great for Joe Woods. Los Angeles Rams: C.J. February 22, 2021. Micah Parsons is the kind of talent the Patriots will fall in love with. However, on the contrary, Jones was without future top-20 pick Jaylen Waddle for nearly the entire year, played with a trio of sophomores out wide in John Metchie, Jahleel Billingsley, and Slade Bolden, all the while in his first year as the starter under center for Alabama. The Chiefs have bigger plans for Mecole Hardman but could use a possession-type red zone asset in replacing Sammy Watkins. Tampa Bay Buccaneers; Milton Williams, DT, Louisiana Tech The referenced media source is missing and needs to be re-embedded. The Cardinals like Chase Edmonds more as a change of pace so getting Williams to replace Kenyan Drake as a power back makes a ton of sense. April 16, 2023 7:45 am ET. If Gilmore does find a way out of Foxborough, it will be a huge loss to a secondary that allowed the sixth-fewest touchdowns in 2020. Tampa Bay Buccaneers(compensatory): Davis Mills, QB, Stanford The Saints lost Trey Hendrickson opposite Cameron Jordan in free agency and can rebound well with Ossai playing end for Dennis Allen. Cincinnati Bengals: Rhamondre Stevenson, RB, Oklahoma feel like Evan Hull is going to be that Day 3 RB darling this cycle. Set up some WR screens, too. 2023 7-Round Mock Draft (Rounds 1-3) (Shane) 12.0. Email Us: info@example.com Horn, the son of former NFL wide receiver Joe, is a good primary piece to add for the rebuild at cornerback under Robert Saleh. 7-245: P Ethan Evans (Wingate): The Patriots are in need of a punter and Evans, coincidentally, is one. Its best player available here, and Norwood fits the bill. Houston Texans(from Bengals): Derrick Barnes, LB, Purdue Vic Fangio needs an active inside defender who has natural coverage skills and quickness to get everywhere against the run. Round 3: No. Round 1, PIck 21: Chris Olave, WR, Ohio State. Miami Dolphins(fromTexans): Pro Wells, TE, TCU Tennessee Titans: Shi Smith, WR, South Carolina 150. This clip comes from Mike Penix Jr.'s second INT, but it was interesting to watch Luke Haggard here. 2-62: CB Darius Rush (South Carolina): Rush hasnt gotten the love that his teammate Cam Smith has received in the pre-draft process, but I think he has a chance to be a special player. As free agency approaches the one-week mark since the legal tampering window officially opened, a clear divide of the cliche winners and losers thus far has become apparent. 14 with the New England Patriots. He was a physical guy who consistently flashed in that all-star setting, and, with his Combine performance likely dropping him down draft boards, dont be surprised if Dean ends up a Patriot. 219. 198. 114. Patriots defensive back Myles Bryant signs restricted tender. To put things into context, Trevor Lawrence hasn't lost a regular-season game in his ENTIRE life! Metchie tore his ACL in 2021 and may not contribute right away. The Chargers addressed their interior with Corey Linsley, Matt Feiler and Oday Aboushi in free agency but now need to focus on a potential left tackle for Herbert after giving him another big-play wideout in Waddle. In a draft full of undersized ballers, Flowers is the standard amongst his peers. Jacksonville Jaguars: Marlon Williams, WR, UCF I think taking a chance on a guy like him isnt a terrible idea, especially when you are doing it at pick 184. MORE: The 10 best second-round draft picks since 2000. With Godchaux and Wise in the fold, I envision Onwuzurike working in the Patriots three-man front here on the edge opposite Wise. The Bucs continue to hold firm on not re-signing Antonio Brown and they should be drawn to Atwell's flat-out speed, quickness and big-play ability. With less than two weeks . 2023 Patriots seven-round NFL mock draft: New England solidifies O-line, brings aboard high-upside receiver . After finishing his college career with back-to-back First Team All-ACC honors, Downs resume speaks for itself. 197. As free agency approaches the one-week mark since the "legal tampering" window officially opened, a clear divide of the cliche "winners and losers" thus far has become apparent. And if the Patriots find themselves with too many bodies at receiver, whichever rookie fails to separate himself could always be cleverly stashed for a red-shirt season. Trask's arm and accurate pocket passing is a good fit for Scott Turner's offense. Eligibility restrictions apply. 247. Houston Texans(fromWashington throughRaidersand Dolphins): Alaric Jackson, OT, Iowa 101. MORE: Worst NFL Draft picks in the history of every team. 223. Gavino Borquez. Chicago Bears: Reed Blankenship, S, Middle Tennessee State As the rounds progress, this is where I see New England deploying their BPA (best player available) approach. Houston Texans(fromPatriots): Chuba Hubbard, RB, Oklahoma State Using our Mock Draft Machine, I looked at which prospects New England could target in this post-free agency seven-round mock. During his 3 seasons with the Clemson Tigers, Trevor Lawrence has thrown for a combined 10,098 . 106. His pass blocking is a bit of a mess, and his vision isnt really what you would like, but he is worth a late round flyer. Parsons sat out the 2020 season to prepare for the NFL Draft. 259. 137. 161. I've seen basically zero talk about Dorian Thompson-Robinson this draft season, so I just wanted remind people he's out there. He needs to be more consistent with his footwork and tends to give ground early in reps, but has shown the ability to re-anchor against power. The hope is that this will not be a repeat of Dominique Easley, but, if Im being honest, I cant promise it either. Washington Football Team(from Raiders): Bryan Mills, CB, North Carolina Central With Steen in-line to become the teams next starting tackle, Richards could serve as developmental depth while he improves his ability to sustain blocks and combat inside rush moves. They are missing a versatile big play waiting to happen as a receiver and sometimes runner. Buffalo Bills: Shemar Jean-Charles, CB/S, Appalachian State Patrick Surtain II, CB, Alabama (6-2, 203 pounds). New York Jets: Jordan Smith, EDGE, UAB But it's also a size that Belichick has recently coveted, with the Patriots drafting defensive backs Joejuan Williams and Kyle Dugger in the second round of the last two drafts. 189. The Patriots go after some flawed, but talented, players in this mock draft. The former Huskie in Onwuzurike is one of, if not the most physical, violent interior defensive talent in this years class. Cincinnati Bengals(from DolphinsthroughTexans): Robert Jones, G, MIddle Tennessee State We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law. 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