6th Round: Comp Pick (Connor Williams) 6th Round: Comp Pick (Cedrick Wilson) 7th Round: Approximately No. The Texas Tech edge rusher is Sitting at 6-foot-3 and 227 pounds, Jones has size to blow up blocks, along with the agility you hope to see out of an every-down linebacker. Outside of pass catchers, the Patriots top need on offense is on the line. The New England Patriots were the face of the NFL during Tom Bradys time with the team. From what I understand, he signed the long-term deal in New England with the idea that hed be much more involved in high-level decisions. Prior to the injury, he racked up 61 tackles (14 for loss) and seven sacks. Chris L. There are two counterpoints to everything Ive written about wide receivers. 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. The North Andover native transferred from Duke to UCLA for his final season. So taking a tight end in round 6 is a flier. (Gregory Fisher / USA Today). 1 overall pick in the draft. Dean III was the Shrine Bowl standout many thought he would be. 'I'd really be looking forward to a fun career'. 72: Marvin Mims, WR, Oklahoma, Round 4, Pick No. While everyone else turns the page to championship football, the New England Patriots are in full-on 2023 planning mode. The 6-foot-5 Van Ness can play both inside and outside and also contributes on special teams. 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. Their biggest free agency acquisitions in 2022, meanwhile, did not sign contracts big enough to challenge any of these. The free-agent class is weak this year. Follow Chad on Twitter @ChadGraff, Jakobi Meyers catches a pass for a touchdown against Buffalo in January. 117: TE, Luke Schoonmaker, Michigan, Round 4, Pick #135: S, Trey Dean III, Florida, Round 5, Pick No. https://patriotswire.usatoday.com/lists/7-round-patriots-2023-mock-draft/, Round 1, Pick No. Subscribe to The Athletic for in-depth coverage of your favorite players, teams, leagues and clubs. 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 14: OT, Broderick Jones, Georgia, Round 2, Pick No. 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. 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. McDonald might not be there at No. It may be frightening to choose another Georgia offensive tackle in round one. Sign up for our newsletter and get every update delivered to your inbox! The Patriots should be able to get a good player in that slot, with offensive tackle, defensive line, defensive back, and wide receiver some of the positions they could address. And who knows? 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 103: A.T. Perry, WR, Wake Forest, Round 4, Pick No. If you had to rank receivers around the league, Meyers would fall somewhere between 25 and 35 for me. But every sense Ive gotten is that Jones will be the teams Week 1 starter next season. Did his on-field attitude rub some people within the organization the wrong way? As always, these mock drafts are what I believe the Patriotsshould do, not what Im predicting them to do. If the Patriots are legitimately going to improve on offense, it has to start at wide receiver. Please check your email for a confirmation. Covington interviewed for two defensive coordinator positions this offseason. The value of receivers has exploded as the league has become more focused on passing. 14: OT, Broderick Jones, Georgia Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Dexter is an interior defensive lineman from Florida who possess elite length, power and agility. 14 pick The Patriots loss to the Bills moved them to the 14th spot in the 2023 Draft. I keep seeing mock drafts that have the Patriots picking a receiver at No. He also has the ability to drop into coverage, and a versatile player like that screams Patriot. 233: K, Chad Ryland, Maryland, Round 7, Pick No. McDonald is a relentless EDGE rusher from Iowa State with good size at 6-foot-4 and 245 pounds. 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. 14 pick in the first round of the 2023 draft. 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. 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. New England is already replacing its right tackle this offseason. Using the projection shared by Over The Cap, those would be distributed That, though, would be too much for the Patriots, I think, given all their needs. 2023 NFL First Round Mock Draft Youll hear the names of Tee Higgins and Mike Evans thrown out there, but I dont see either of them moving this offseason. If this ends up being the pick in this spot, the Patriots could have a scary interior duo with Barmore and Dexter. But at pick No. Schoonmaker has great size, and the Patriots have a need at tight end. 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. He struggles in zone coverage. Coaching matters so much to quarterbacks. 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. During the offseason, we will be doing mock drafts throughout that will take you right up until the actual draft. NFL mock draft: Patriots pick a wide receiver in new Mel Kiper Jr. mock. 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. Patriots 2023 mock draft: Bill Belichick's path to getting Mac Jones more weapons. 2023 Prospect Profile - C.J. 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. 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. 11 pick in 2021. TooToo has limitations with strength and pass rush, but he makes up for it with his gifted athleticism. 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. Last year, Christian Kirk signed a new deal with an average annual value of $18 million. Wilson finished with 38 tackles and seven sacks the previous season. Curran: Patriots put a cherry on top of stupidity sundae in Vegas. What would your ideal draft be for the Patriots? They made the playoffs with a 10-7 record, not bad with a rookie quarterback. 47 by a longshot. As a result, the Patriots are now projected to hold 11 total picks in the upcoming draft. 2 receiver on a great offense or the top option for an offense without a great passing game. This could mean one less option for the receiver-needy Patriots. New England hadnt had a losing record since 2000 before their recent struggles. Hes a pure pass-rusher that needs some polish, but his relentlessness and effort make him an intriguing project player in round four. Forbes has been one of my favorite day two selections every time I go to mock. Trade Keenan Allen? He has the size and length to be an excellent outside corner and is probably the best ball-hawk in the draft. It would be exciting to see the Patriots aggressively solve their offensive line in one draft. !#PeterSkoronski pic.twitter.com/Rwyq0WUhKL. If the Patriots think someone is good enough to be left on an island, theyll select them. 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. 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. Lets take a look at how the latest mock draft turned out for the Patriots. 258 pick, and 2024 6th-round pick. I have consistently had the Patriots addressing OT, CB, and WR with their first few picks, and this is no different. Jones is a perfect example. INDIANAPOLIS The Patriots might not project as a team that will target a defensive lineman in the first round of the 2023 NFL Draft, but that didnt stop them from meeting some of the positions top prospects while at the Scouting Combine. 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. 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 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). Cam Jones (yes, another Jones) fits the bill perfectly. 14 overall, the two top tackles are already taken. Bolden's agency, Black Label Sports Group, also acknowledged the private workout., Bolden's Patriots links run rather deep. 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. Projected - Jackson) Top 10 Greatest NFL Tight Ends Of All Time. Patriots Mock draft roundup 1.0: Who experts have the Patriots selecting with the No. 14. 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. 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. He was placed on injured reserve last August, eventually waived from IR in mid-October and has been a free agent ever since.. 116: Will McDonald IV, EDGE, West Virginia, Round 6, Pick No. LAST UPDATED: February 19, 2023. Yup. The 25-year-old is close friends with Mac Jones stemming back to their playing days at Alabama where they were also roommates. 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! New England will have the No. 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. Overall the team has eight selections in the 2023 NFL Draft. That's kind of how I was used as well. The Wake Forrest wideout has a frame that could translate to a true No. Nick Folk is just fine, but he is also getting up there in age. TooToo has ties with Alabama, and the Patriots sure love their Alabama linebackers. With the Patriots offseason in full swing, a new offensive coordinator in place, and an eye looking toward improving the roster, we have entered mock draft season. If that scenario plays out, the Patriots could end up with a top 15 pick in the 2023 NFL Draft. Dussault's Analysis: Bolden also played under recently hired offensive coordinator Bill O'Brien when he was leading the Crimson Tide's offense.. The Bears already have a young quarterback in Justin Fields, who they selected with the No. 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. Gambling problem? So those projected picks would bring the Patriots total number of draft selections to 11. So seeing him here at No. A former high school hockey player, Van Ness racked up 37 tackles and six sacks last season for the Hawkeyes. Join the Best Live Fantasy Chat Community! Time To Hang It Up: Five NFL Wide Receivers That Should Retire After The Season Will they trade the No. 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. But theres a big group of wide receivers that all seem to be ranked somewhere between 17 and 30. Please check your email for a confirmation. Perry stands tall at 6-foot-5 and 206 pounds with excellent acceleration. Wild Acquire Former Bruins Forward Ahead Of NHL Trade Deadline, Devin McCourty Shuts Down Mac Jones 'In The Building' Rumors, NFL Prospect Tells Awesome Bill Belichick Story From Shrine Bowl, Draft Prospect Explains What Adrian Klemm Will Bring To Patriots, How Bill Belichick Reacted To Sean Paytons Matt Patricia Comments, Patriots Rank Near Bottom Of NFL In Players Team Report Card. What is the Patriots plan at punter with Jake Bailey? 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. As he was involved in staff interviews, will he have more input on draft/free-agent moves? If it does, hes the quarterback in 2024, too. The Patriots love Michigan lineman, and Oluwatimi is a center that can kick inside. Also, even if Smith is gone, Hunter Henry has two more seasons and is 28 years old. How about potentially resetting the tackle positionthe Patriots biggest needwith not one, but two tackles from Ohio State. He is TE10 in a loaded class this year. Download Our Free News & Alerts Mobile App. Another year, another NFL Draft where the New England Patriots are expected to take a wide receiver in Round 1. 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. The Patriots need to keep the pipeline going, and LaPorta allows new tight ends coach Will Lawing to have his first developmental project. Jones could step in and give the Patriots a young, yet hungry offensive lineman to grow with Mac Jones. He has been a Patriots fit for me all offseason long, and the coaching staff got a close-up view of the Florida safety. That would be an amazing opportunity, Van Ness said of possibly landing with the Patriots. Matthew T. Heres the short answer: I dont think Mac Jones is going anywhere this offseason. Texas Tech edge rusher Tyree Wilson, a consensus top-10 pick, told reporters that he planned to meet with New England sometime Wednesday. I dont see that happening. Houston finished with a 3-13-1 record and will pick No. * 21+ (19+ CA-ONT) (18+ NH/WY). 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. That includes the hiring of offensive coordinator/quarterbacks coach Bill OBrien, along with the priming and preparation for free agency and eventually the NFL draft. Through the NFL Draft. While much of the focus has been on a potential trade-up with the Chicago Bears for the No. Our goal is to put out the highest-quality content and tools. 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