But hes still just 25, so theres reason to believe he can regain his form. 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. He is good in space and can stack defensive backs, getting great separation on the line, while also opening up opportunities for others. Offensive tackle Isaiah Wynn is a free agent in March. Korsak is one of the better punters in college football and would be an excellent fit for a Patriots team that loves their Scarlet Knights. 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. Does that lead to improvement from Jones? 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. CBS Sports is a registered trademark of CBS Broadcasting Inc. Commissioner.com is a registered trademark of CBS Interactive Inc. site: media | arena: nfl | pageType: stories | 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. 245. Call 1-800-GAMBLER. The 6-foot-5 Van Ness can play both inside and outside and also contributes on special teams. 107: LB, Henry To'oTo'o, Alabama, Round 4, Pick No. Wide receiver is one of the higher-profile needs the New England Patriots have on their offseason to-do list. 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. So what better time to do our first official mock draft than now? 1 overall pick in the draft. Will they trade the No. They should be one of the more active teams in the NFL this offseason, as the Patriots project to have over $30 million in salary cap space. Ryland offers all of that in a buttoned-up package here at No. Please check your email for a confirmation. 101: WR, Marvin Mims, Oklahoma, Round 4, Pick No. Sign up for the Patriots Wire newsletter to get our top stories in your inbox every morning. Hes entering the last year of his contract, and Belichick really respects him. Jones is a perfect example. All Rights Reserved. Over the past three years, the Patriots have missed the playoffs twice, including this year. 1 receiver, but with the 14th overall pick, there are no offensive coordinators (shocker) and no true X receivers the Patriots would need. 2 tackle in the class behind Paris Johnson Jr. and above Peter Skoronski, who were both gone by No. Belichick and company really like their Michigan offensive lineman after taking Michael Onwenu in the sixth round in 2021 and Andrew Stueber in the seventh round in 2022. You can click here for our full breakdown of the scouting combine, including workout schedules and broadcast information. That's kind of how I was used as well. But Wilson isnt the only noteworthy defensive lineman wholl speak with the Patriots in Indianapolis. WebThe Patriots would own the No. 14: OT, Broderick Jones, Georgia, Round 2, Pick No. Forsyth has played every single position across the offensive front, and Patriots newly-hired offensive line coach Adrian Klemm certainly has inside knowledge on the Oregon center. Over his five-year collegiate career, he has racked up 183 receptions for 2,258 yards and 10 touchdowns. Mims had 63 percent of his targets last season come from 10 or more yards downfield and could fit nicely into a Patriots offense that values short area quickness and third-down dependability. With Jake Bailey likely gone after two bad seasons and a filed grievance, along with Nick Folk turning 39 years old and struggling to kick it deeper than 50 yards on most days, the Patriots will need to likely replace both. A few special teams questions: 1. In addition to No. On Tuesday, the Patriots had free agent wide receiver Slade Bolden in for a visit, according to ESPN. The top five picks after Week 4 go to the Houston Texans (0-3-1), Las Vegas Raiders (1-3), Carolina Panthers (1-3), Philadelphia Eagles (via New Orleans, 1-3), and Pittsburgh Steelers (1-3). They have their first and second-round picks, plus an early third-round selection from the Carolina Panthers. 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. Perry stands tall at 6-foot-5 and 206 pounds with excellent acceleration. If Northwesterns offensive tackle Peter Skoronski is available when the Patriots are on the clock, he would be an excellent addition to the team. Report: Patriots to work out free agent wide receiver Slade Bolden. Project players with measurables like Bobo go in the late rounds, and there is nothing wrong with trying to develop a player with potential, especially with a revamped offensive coaching staff. But as things stand right However, he can also get after the quarterback. 14 overall pick in the 2023 NFL Draft.. TCU's Quentin Johnston and USC's Jordan Addison are two popular names often connected to the Patriots in mock drafts, Although he is sitting at 5-foot-11 and 179 pounds, Mims has incredible speed and agility and fits the mold. The Bolts have seven draft picks despite sending a 2023 sixth-round selection to the Bears as part of the trade for Khalil Mack. 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? With Jakobi Meyers and Nelson Agholor set to become free agents this spring and the Patriots left without true targets for Jones, there is no reason they should not be taking chances on high-end talent on Day 2. With the Patriots waving the white flag on Dalton Keene and Devin Asiasi as failed draft selections, they went and paid big time money for veteran tight ends Hunter Henry and Jonnu Smith. Join the Best Live Fantasy Chat Community! Texas Tech edge rusher Tyree Wilson, a consensus top-10 pick, told reporters that he planned to meet with New England sometime Wednesday. 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. Sign up for our newsletter and get every update delivered to your inbox! Ironically, Mayo is currently the inside linebackers coach for the Patriots. So he wont be a Devin McCourty replacement, but he could be a potential Adrian Phillips or Jabrill Peppers replacement. 2nd round. My guess is the best available offensive tackle, a trade back if their target is gone, or a CB. The New England Patriots season is over, and picks 1-18 are set for the 2023 NFL draft. The only real knock on Skoronski is how short his arms are, but the elite agility he possesses in the pass block drop backs should immensely help this team. The Patriots need to start thinking of a David Andrews replacement, and Oluwatimi, along with Kody Russey, could check that box. Also, even if Smith is gone, Hunter Henry has two more seasons and is 28 years old. New England Patriots biggest need in 2023, same as in 2022. Michael D. I think theres merit to your theory, but theres also a fair amount of bravado at play. They have their first and second-round picks, plus an early third-round selection from the Carolina Patriots mock draft: OT Broderick Jones, Georgia The Patriots most pressing needs in 2023 are at wide receiver and offensive line. Without further ado, lets get into the Patriots 2023 mock draft. Wilson finished with 38 tackles and seven sacks the previous season. 258 pick, and 2024 6th-round pick. The draft is always important because its the best way to improve a roster with young, talented and cheap prospects filling direct needs. Oluwatimi is an excellent center that has great awareness, footwork, and a nice balance of power and agility. 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.. Williams is an explosive defensive back out of Syracuse that has great size at 6-foot-even and 190lbs. 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. And if Coach Belichick took the opportunity on me, Id really be looking forward to a fun career.. 6th Round: Comp Pick (Connor Williams) 6th Round: Comp Pick (Cedrick Wilson) 7th Round: Approximately No. 14, why not add another draft pick or two and get a wide receiver five or six picks later? 14. https://patriotswire.usatoday.com/lists/way-early-patriots-7-round-2023-mock-draft/, Round 1, Pick No. But the receiver market is difficult. 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. The Oregon product is listed at 6-foot-2 and 201 pounds, running a reported 4.32 40-yard dash. And who knows? Overall the team has eight selections in the 2023 NFL Draft. Instead, I think youll see Belichick bring in a punter to compete with Bailey during training camp, then pick the better of the two. I dont see that happening. 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. The Ravens currently have five picks in the 2023 NFL Draft. Dean III was the Shrine Bowl standout many thought he would be. New England found its (potential) quarterback of the future in Mac Jones with the No. !#PeterSkoronski pic.twitter.com/Rwyq0WUhKL. Paris Johnson Jr. is a true left tackle that could immediately solve all of the Patriots offensive line issues. What are your thoughts? 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 Follow Chad on Twitter @ChadGraff. The Patriots lost three qualifying players in 2022, while not picking up any that would cancel out those departures: As can be seen, New England is expected to pick up one additional draft pick each in the fourth, sixth and seventh round for losing cornerback J.C. Jackson, offensive lineman Ted Karras, and running back Brandon Bolden. 2 receiver on a great offense or the top option for an offense without a great passing game. You'll now receive the top Patriots Wire stories each day directly in your inbox. Whether the Patriots decide to move on from Jonnu Smith or not, they will be in need of another tight end in the pipeline. Even if Meyers is locked up in New England, the Patriots will likely look for developmental and explosive athletes like Mims. The Patriots need tackles and although Kirkland mainly played guard, he has plenty of experience at that position with three years at the University of Washington. The Patriots could probably get someone like Chad Ryland out of Maryland as an undrafted free agent to kick for them, but they opt to go with a punter here after failing to bring in a new one in free agency. Thats the argument for taking an offensive tackle. Jake Bobo has great size at 6-foot-5 and 215 pounds, but what makes him a sixth-round selection is his lack of over the top speed and his age (25 at season start). Picking a cornerback would be about their uncertainty there. Per Over The Cap, Nos. This answer might make you cringe, but hear me out. 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. 14: OT, Broderick Jones, Georgia, Round 2, Pick No. This former five-star high school recruit lit up the Big 10 as a sophomore alongside future first-rounders Chris Olave and Garrett Wilson. Wilson doesnt figure to be available when the Patriots pick at 14th overall, but you cant rule out Bill Belichick trading up in the first round. But I also think youre right that Belichick hasnt gotten enough blame for the position he alone put the offense in. 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. 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. Overall the team has eight selections in the 2023 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. So seeing him here at No. The Patriots have many needs, including an offensive coordinator and No. The Patriots had a decent team in 2021. Hes probably an awesome No. 173: EDGE, Gabriel Murphy, UCLA, Round 7, Pick No. That means its time to look forward to the 2023 NFL Draft and the No. Wilson played in 10 games before suffering a season-ending foot injury in November. And the trade options at least the obvious ones arent inspiring. The Patriots need tackle help bad, and at No. You'll now receive the top Patriots Wire stories each day directly in your inbox. He's a New Hampshire native and a graduate of the University of New Hampshire. 109: C, Olusegun Oluwatimi, Michigan, Round 6, Pick No. The 2023 draft is scheduled to be held April 27-29 in Kansas City, Missouri. As far as the draft is concerned, the Patriots are the current owners of the 14th overall pick in the first found as well as seven other selections further down the board. It may be frightening to choose another Georgia offensive tackle in round one. That, though, would be too much for the Patriots, I think, given all their needs. 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. So your next-best options become DeAndre Hopkins and Brandin Cooks. Lastly, pick No. In his latest mock draft, Jeremiah has the Patriots selecting Gonzalez. 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. The others will be finalized in the coming weeks, including how many extra picks they will actually get as compensation for their free agency losses. 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. Note: Submitted questions have been edited for clarity and length. 14: OT, Broderick Jones, Georgia Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Lets take a look at how the latest mock draft turned out for the Patriots. src="https://www.facebook.com/tr?id=674090812743125&ev=PageView&noscript=1"/>. 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. On offense, the team clearly needs help on the offensive line and at receiver. 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. 161. 11 pick in 2021. An elite athlete to develop behind some talented pass rushers like Matthew Judon, Christian Barmore and Josh Uche could do wonders for the prospect. Andrew J. The New England Patriots are heading into their offseason as the owners of the 14th overall pick in the 2023 NFL Draft. 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This is the biggest story of the Patriots offseason to me. Gerard P. Its difficult to get out of Baileys contract before June 1, so I dont expect any news on him. Another player that I feel like is a perfect Patriot is Emmanuel Forbes. 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. Typically, the team likes to run multiple tight end sets. If Peppers is back, his coverage skills and versatility could likely fill the McCourty role, if McCourty retires, giving the Patriots a dynamic safety duo of Peppers and Kyle Dugger. Youll hear the names of Tee Higgins and Mike Evans thrown out there, but I dont see either of them moving this offseason. So as the team scours Indianapolis this week looking at prospects during the NFL Scouting Combine, lets dive into your questions about the Mac Jones trade rumors, the Pats plan for the draft and much more. Trade Keenan Allen? Hes a pure pass-rusher that needs some polish, but his relentlessness and effort make him an intriguing project player in round four. The Patriots need to keep the pipeline going, and LaPorta allows new tight ends coach Will Lawing to have his first developmental project. The Patriots will without a doubt have some changes across the board with either coaching or personnelor both. But would, say, a contract with $15 million of average annual value be too much? Gerard P. Im with you on just about everything you said. The Patriots, as usual, will have plenty of draft capital. 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. Murphy is an EDGE developmental selection here in the sixth round. 3rd round (via CAR) 4th round. Jones fits the bill for what the Patriots like in their tacklesbig, strong, athletic, intelligent. It will be New Englands earliest draft selection since they took linebacker Jerod Mayo 10th overall in 2008. He is always available in the top 50, and he has the traits necessary to excel as a boundary corner at the next level with speed, length, and lateral movement. 2023 Prospect Profile - C.J. If you had to rank receivers around the league, Meyers would fall somewhere between 25 and 35 for me. Following their Week 18 loss to the Buffalo Bills, the Patriots ended the season with an 8-9 record and missed the playoffs. It would be exciting to see the Patriots aggressively solve their offensive line in one draft. 2023 NFL Scouting Combine Preview: Wide Receivers Graff joined The Athletic in January 2018 after covering a bit of everything for the St. Paul Pioneer Press. 116: Will McDonald IV, EDGE, West Virginia, Round 6, Pick No. The New England Patriots enter the 2023 NFL draft with the 14th overall pick and plenty of holes to fill. 172: Brenton Cox Jr, EDGE, Florida, Round 6, Pick No. Schoonmaker has great size and is a willing blocker that could ultimately carve out a role in New England. With the Patriots addressing left tackle with the No. 14: OT, Paris Johnson Jr., Ohio State, Round 2, Pick No. If the Patriots think someone is good enough to be left on an island, theyll select them. He has the size and length to be an excellent outside corner and is probably the best ball-hawk in the draft. New England is getting some help at the wideout spot. 103: A.T. Perry, WR, Wake Forest, Round 4, Pick No. 14 pick The Patriots loss to the Bills moved them to the 14th spot in the 2023 Draft. Here is the current 2023 NFL Draft order, picks for all 32 teams from Round 1 to Round 7. Sign up for the Patriots Wire newsletter to get our top stories in your inbox every morning. How much is too much for Jakobi Meyers? So grabbing him with pick No. 1 overall pick, the Cardinals Sign up for the Patriots Wire newsletter to get our top stories in your inbox every morning. Las Vegas 8. Michael C. Johnson/USA TODAY Sports Images, Sox Transactions, Trades, and Free Agents. Fantasy Football Keepers, Sleepers, And Trade Targets: Tight Ends The Patriots love Michigan lineman, and Oluwatimi is a center that can kick inside. The Texas Tech edge rusher is considered a potential top five pick in the NFL draft pic.twitter.com/kI5mGA0VJE. TRADE: 3-76 to Las Vegas for 3-86, 4-126, and a 2023 5th. 14 overall pick. Besides being from Alabama, TooToo is extremely poised and rarely out of position. 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. 14. 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. Baltimore Ravens Draft Picks by Round in 2023 Round 1, Pick 22 Round 3, Pick 86 Round 4, Pick 124 Round 5, Pick 150 Round 6, Pick 199 How Many Draft Picks Do the Ravens Have in 2023? 1 receiver. Dexter has more run-stuffing skills than Christian Barmore, who was selected in the second round of the 2021 NFL draft. His patience and football IQ are attractive to a Patriots team that likes their corners to be technically sound and opportunistic playmakers, rather than press man corners. Ball security and production are good things. Chicago Bears, 3-14 Houston Texans, 3-13-1 Arizona Cardinals, 4-13 14. Not only does he run clean routes, but he also has great hands and speed, while carrying a big, strong stature that will make it harder for opposing corners to shut him out over the top. So taking a tight end in round 6 is a flier. 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) 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. The Wake Forrest wideout has a frame that could translate to a true No. A mix of power and agility, Johnson is a prototypical left tackle. Other than that, what could be the explanation for what was clearly a disastrous move? Try a week on us. How about potentially resetting the tackle positionthe Patriots biggest needwith not one, but two tackles from Ohio State. Join the Best Live Fantasy Chat Community! The New England Patriots were the face of the NFL during Tom Bradys time with the team. I dont see that happening. Tyree Wilson said he plans to meet with the Patriots today. Please check your email for a confirmation. Round 4: 107th overall (via Los Angeles)*. Here's the updated order of the first round of the 2023 NFL Draft for non-playoff teams. 1 prospect in the 2023 NFL Draft. You'll now receive the top Patriots Wire stories each day directly in your inbox. He will likely impress at the 2022 combine, and may jump higher across the board. As always, these mock drafts are what I believe the Patriotsshould do, not what Im predicting them to do. Sign up for our newsletter and get every update delivered to your inbox! 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. Ibrahim is another older, fifth-year player, who is set to turn 25 years old when the season starts. It will be the Patriots' highest selection in Round 1 since they took Tennessee linebacker Jerod Mayo 10th overall in 2008. He is TE10 in a loaded class this year. Meyers is a good receiver. The New England Patriots season is over, and picks 1-18 are set for the 2023 NFL draft. 14 overall pick in the 2023 NFL Draft, which could theoretically be used to try to find a playmaker at the position. The Top 18 picks (non-playoff teams) in the 2023 NFL Draft: 1. Stover is an interesting fit here, as the Patriots on paper should not be drafting a tight end for the next few years. 14 overall, the two top tackles are already taken. For many experts, Georgia defensive lineman Jalen Carter is the clear-cut No. So why not take a tight end now, and start the process of developing him with new tight ends coach Will Lawing? New England is fortunate that receiver is one of the positions where rookies can make an impact, but picking the right one is no sure thing as Patriots fans know all too well. The Patriots have a need for a linebacker who can challenge the pass, stop the run, and assist in pass-rush scenarios. Smith hasnt been as productive as Henry, but the Patriots only have two viable tight ends on the roster. What is the Patriots plan at punter with Jake Bailey? McDonald might not be there at No. 2023 NFL Draft Highlights: Jaxon Smith-Njigba, WR - Ohio St. 22H ago. So now the team enters 2023 confident that Bill OBrien is a good offensive coach. His willingness to assist in the run game could make him an intriguing prospect that could fight for a roster spot next season as the Patriots will be looking for more long-term answers at the position with Jonathan Jones as a pending free agent. As a result, the Patriots are now projected to hold 11 total picks in the upcoming draft. Ads help us pay RotobBaller's award-winning writers as much as possible they are vital to the site's operations and team.
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