Conor Ryan relays Dante Scarnecchia cautioning against drafting an offensive lineman with the No. 4 pick. “I’ve heard the saying that if I’m taking a guy with the fourth pick in the draft, I’m taking a guy who can sack the quarterback or score touchdowns.”
Meghan Ottolini hears from three wide receiver specialists on who the Patriots can target to bring in, and how they can get better, fast.
Chris Mason notes that when asked, Drake Maye picked 2 Patriots players who will ‘make a splash’ in 2025: WRs Ja’Lynn Polk and Javon Baker.
Phil Perry makes the case for Arizona WR Tetairoa McMillan: Maye’s security blanket of the future? McMillan is the consensus top receiver in this year’s draft.
Tom Carroll notes the price for Tee Higgins went up as the Bengals reportedly plan to use the non-exclusive franchise tag.
Meghan Ottollini looks at which potential trade targets make sense for the Patriots, and how much will they cost?
Darren Hartwell notes that according to Phil Perry, the Patriots’ release of Sione Takitaki offering a clue as to who’s really in charge of personnel decisions in New England.
Nick O’Malley reports former Patriots WR coach Tyler Hughes lands vague job at Alabama.
Tom Carroll notes Matt Patricia was reportedly hired by Ohio State as a defensive coordinator.
Scott McLaughlin reports Tom Brady enters the sports collectibles industry with an ownership stake in CardVault.
Andrew Callahan and Michael Holleymake predictions about Mike Vrabel’s first season. Can Vrabel lead the Patriots to 11 wins in his first season? (4.40 min. video)
NATIONAL NEWS
Matt Verderame (SI) Five NFL rookies who will make the leap in 2025. No. 1 Drake Maye. “... If New England can add a few weapons around Maye and fix the offensive line, there’s a chance he will have a tremendous second season...”
Matt Harmon (Yahoo! Sports) 5 pivotal questions (and predictions) for key AFC teams. Patriots: How will they surround Drake Maye with a support system?
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