Photo by Nick Cammett/Diamond Images via Getty Images The Patriots hold eight total picks in the 2024 draft. Entering the 2024 NFL Draft off a disappointing 4-13 season, the New England Patriots have considerable work to do to fix holes all over their roster. While finding a new quarterback is at the top of that list, the team also has serious needs to address at offensive tackle and wide receiver, and potential to upgrade several other position groups. The Patriots do have some capital to work with, though. They own eight total picks in the draft, starting with the third overall selection: R ..read more

Photo by Jonathan Wiggs/The Boston Globe via Getty Images The Patriots currently own the third overall pick in the 2024 NFL Draft. Jerod Mayo is not scheduled to meet with the media until after his team has made its moves in Round 1 of the NFL Draft. However, the the New England Patriots’ first-year head coach recently sat down with Cameron Wolfe of NFL Network to talk about the possibly franchise-altering decision the organization as to make on Thursday night. Mayo appears to be well-aware of the importance of using the third overall selection wisely, be it by picking a player — presumably at ..read more

Photo by Ric Tapia/Getty Images The veteran Oregon quarterback could be a savvy move for New England after Day 1. The New England Patriots are in the market for a new starting quarterback, and Eliot Wolf has said the team likes as many as six quarterbacks in this draft. That list could include Oregon star Bo Nix, an experienced signal-caller who could elevate the floor of New England’s offense in Alex Van Pelt’s system. Hard facts Name: Bo Nix Position: Quarterback School: Oregon (via transfer from Auburn) Opening day age: 24 (2/25/2000) Measurements: 6’2 1/8”, 214 lbs, 30 7/8” arm length, 10 ..read more

Photo by Kara Durrette/Getty Images With a little more than 24 hours until the 2024 NFL Draft, the rumor mill keeps working overtime. Let’s dissect the latest. The first round of the 2024 NFL Draft is a little more over 24 hours away, meaning that while rumors continue flying around more substance will soon be added to the information as well. As former New England Patriots head coach Bill Belichick recently pointed out, information can become “very, very accurate” the closer the event actually comes. That does not mean there is not still plenty of misinformation — both of the inadvertent and ..read more

Photo by Adam Glanzman/Getty Images Daily news and links for Wednesday. TEAM TALK Patriots 2024 Mock Draft Tracker. Paul Perillo’s NFL Notes: iI’s time to break down some thoughts on how things will unfold in this year’s draft. From NFL Network: Predictions for Patriots’ selection at No. 34 overall ‘Path to the Draft’. (3.22 min. video) Patriots unfiltered: Draft rumors, weighing trade-down scenarios, best fits. (2 hours) Photos: Day 1 of voluntary veteran minicamp. LOCAL LINKS Alex Barth drafts for the Patriots, pick-by-pick. Andy Hart explains how the Patriots’ draft prospect rumors have ..read more

Photo by Austin McAfee/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images A look at some safety prospects the Patriots might have their eyes on in the 2024 NFL Draft. The New England Patriots managed to avert crisis as their safety position this offseason. While they did lose Jalen Mills in free agency, they used the transition tag to keep Kyle Dugger from entering the open market — all before eventually signing him to a four-year contract to make sure he keeps leading the room and the defense as a whole for the foreseeable future. With Dugger locked up, the entire safety room is looking a lot better: Kyle Dug ..read more

Photo by Kara Durrette/Getty Images New England had multiple contact points with several prospects. The first round of the 2024 NFL Draft is less than 48 hours away, meaning that teams are in the process of finalizing their boards. In order to do that, they rely on a vast amount of information gathered not just over the last few weeks and months but oftentimes going back several years. A big piece of the puzzle, and one that may hint toward a club’s eventual plans, is pre-draft meetings. There are several opportunities for teams and prospects to connect, with college all-star events, pro days ..read more

Photo by Justin Ford/Getty Images The LSU product is one of the best wide receivers in this year’s draft. There are certain phrases used in NFL-related discourse you typically only hear around the draft. One of those is “best player available.” The question about drafting for need or going with whoever is the top-ranked player on the board — i.e. the best player available — is as old as the draft itself, and will always be somewhat relevant. Even with teams using multi-dimensional boards that stack both horizontally and vertically, there is potential for friction in this debate. For the quarte ..read more

Photo by Perry Knotts/Getty Images Cam Gill has appeared in 40 career games since entering the league in 2020. Veteran evaluations continue for the New England Patriots as the 2024 NFL draft nears. The organization hosted former Tampa Bay Buccaneers linebacker Cam Gill for a workout on Tuesday, per ESPN’s Mike Reiss. Gill, 26, entered the league as an undrafted free agent in 2020. The Wagner product made Tampa Bay’s 53-man roster out of training camp as a rookie and has since checked into 40 career games. In the regular season, Gill’s stay with the Buccaneers spanned 29 tackles, 2.5 sacks and ..read more

Photo by Alika Jenner/Getty Images McCarthy was one of four quarterbacks to visit Gillette Stadium over the last few weeks. Less than four months after Bill Belichick’s departure, the New England Patriots are still in the early parts of their rebuild. One big step in that process will be taken this week, however, with the team expected to select a potential franchise quarterback high in the draft. Among the candidates to arrive in New England is J.J. McCarthy out of the University of Michigan. One of just four reported passers to visit the team at Gillette Stadium during the pre-draft process ..read more