2023 NE Patriots Draft

[YankeeRebel]

Very good read. Author looks at the perspective of our pending free agents after 2023 with our 2023 draft......

Will Patriots double dip at WR with this mid-round draft prospect

This Pac-12 receiving draft prospect could be a great mid-round option for the Patriots.

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That is type of WR I would like in the mid rounds. And allows BB to work the draft.

I often felt you win the draft in rounds 2 thru 4. I know that sounds stupid to a lot of people but I feel you add depth, quality depth in those rounds, there are potential diamonds there, the risk vs reward factor is more palpable etc.

 

[Southieinnc]

Patriots pull off blockbuster trade in this full first-round mock draft

The Patriots agree to a trade in this full first-round 2023 mock draft.

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[YankeeRebel]

Patriots pull off blockbuster trade in this full first-round mock draft

The Patriots agree to a trade in this full first-round 2023 mock draft.

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It's a trade that makes sense for a lot of reasons.

1. It provides more draft capital and we still address a position of need.

2. It does give us a potential #1 WR (Potential!!!) No one knows how these things can go.

3. The trade with Bmore could be capital needed to move up for Washington.

Landing Flower and Washington taking two O line men with the next picks could be a winning scenario.

 

[Yankee Traveler]

That is type of WR I would like in the mid rounds. And allows BB to work the draft.

I often felt you win the draft in rounds 2 thru 4. I know that sounds stupid to a lot of people but I feel you add depth, quality depth in those rounds, there are potential diamonds there, the risk vs reward factor is more palpable etc.

Andrei Iosivas Princeton ?

Good hands, outside or over the middle, trackstar fast, 6'3"?

 

[YankeeRebel]

Andrei Iosivas Princeton ?

Good hands, outside or over the middle, trackstar fast, 6'3"?

I did a read on him looked interesting and went to a smart kid school. Tools are there exp at that level??? Dont know

 

[Southieinnc]

It's a trade that makes sense for a lot of reasons.

1. It provides more draft capital and we still address a position of need.

2. It does give us a potential #1 WR (Potential!!!) No one knows how these things can go.

3. The trade with Bmore could be capital needed to move up for Washington.

Landing Flower and Washington taking two O line men with the next picks could be a winning scenario.

Patriots Draft Rumors: Could Pats Land Premier Wideout On Day 2?

Could the New England Patriots address a different need on Day 1 of the 2023 NFL Draft and still land one of the top wideouts?

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[YankeeRebel]

Patriots Draft Rumors: Could Pats Land Premier Wideout On Day 2?

Could the New England Patriots address a different need on Day 1 of the 2023 NFL Draft and still land one of the top wideouts?

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I have no issues with a WR in RD2. I have no issues with trading 14 to gain draft capital and taking best OT available where ever we drop to

 

[Southieinnc]

I have no issues with a WR in RD2. I have no issues with trading 14 to gain draft capital and taking best OT available where ever we drop to

We have 1st round CB's, TE's OT's and others that we don't need as much.
At 14 we will have opportunity for 1st year starters.
A lot will be determined by what other teams ahead of us take.
At 46 there will be a lot of WR's available - but will there be a #1? - doubtful.
At 76 there will still be a lot of good WR prospects.

I want a top OT at 14 but if the ones Bill likes are gone, a top CB could be on the table.....

 

[YankeeRebel]

We have 1st round CB's, TE's OT's and others that we don't need as much.
At 14 we will have opportunity for 1st year starters.
A lot will be determined by what other teams ahead of us take.
At 46 there will be a lot of WR's available - but will there be a #1? - doubtful.
At 76 there will still be a lot of good WR prospects.

I want a top OT at 14 but if the ones Bill likes are gone, a top CB could be on the table.....

Again a lot depends on who is there at 14. If you drop from 14 to 20,22,24,26 and pick up another round 2 pick there is still plenty of talent

 

[Southieinnc]

2023 Prototypical Patriots: Security blanket RBs available in NFL Draft

With Damien Harris leaving in free agency, will the Patriots consider drafting a running back after selecting two last year? Our Phil Perry spotlights the best fits at the position if Bill Belichick chooses to go that route.

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Evan Hull, Northwestern, 5-foot-10, 209 pounds

There wasn't an FBS back with more receiving yards than what Hull posted for the Wildcats last season (536 yards). Then consider the excellent combine he put together -- 4.47-second 40, 37-inch vertical, 10-foot-3 broad, 6.9-second three-cone -- and he should be on every team's list of intriguing pass-catching back options.

 

[NWPATSFAN]

2023 Prototypical Patriots: Security blanket RBs available in NFL Draft

With Damien Harris leaving in free agency, will the Patriots consider drafting a running back after selecting two last year? Our Phil Perry spotlights the best fits at the position if Bill Belichick chooses to go that route.

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Evan Hull, Northwestern, 5-foot-10, 209 pounds

There wasn't an FBS back with more receiving yards than what Hull posted for the Wildcats last season (536 yards). Then consider the excellent combine he put together -- 4.47-second 40, 37-inch vertical, 10-foot-3 broad, 6.9-second three-cone -- and he should be on every team's list of intriguing pass-catching back options.

He also is only a jr. that did 21 reps on the bench. Projects to be a back up/STs. I'm concerned for running a 4.47 many pundits say he's not quick. More of a plodder and downhill type. Struggles with blocking. Maybe use a 5th or 6th on him if BB hasn't already taken a RB?

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Evan Hull​

Evan Hull​

EVAN HULL​

NORTHWESTERN
RB

Prospect Info​

COLLEGE
Northwestern
HOMETOWN
CLASS
Maple Grove, MN
R-Junior

HEIGHT
5’ 10’’
WEIGHT
209 lbs
ARM
30 5/8’’
HAND
9 1/4’’

Prospect Grade​

5.80
Average Backup Or Special-Teamer
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Score Breakdown
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Production Score
66
2023 Combine RB Rank: 20th
Athleticism Score *est
79
2023 Combine RB Rank: 8th
Total Score
73
2023 Combine RB Rank: 16th
Combine Results
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40-Yard Dash
4.47
Seconds
10-Yard Split
1.53
Seconds
Vertical Jump
37’’
Broad Jump
10’ 3’’
3-Cone Drill
6.9
Seconds
20-Yd Shuttle
4.38
Seconds
Bench Press
21
Reps
Player Bio



Analysis

By Lance Zierlein
NFL Analyst
Overview
Compact, muscular runner with below-average explosiveness but decent downhill power. Hull’s lack of suddenness and foot quickness to quickly get in and out of cuts allows defenders to track him down. He needs to play with as much downhill movement as possible, so he will need a quality offensive line in front of him to succeed. He’s a very capable route-runner and pass-catcher but he needs to improve in pass protection for consideration as a third-down option. Hull might need the perfect team fit to stick around on a roster long-term.

 

[Southieinnc]

Will Patriots Target Any Of These Bill O'Brien Disciples In Draft?

With Bill O'Brien now aboard, will the Patriots look to draft any of the offensive coordinator's former Bama pupils?

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[cheerupcharlie]

I’d be down with anyone they listed from Alabama.

 

[BigKen]

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[Southieinnc]

Notice that there was no mention of OLs at all?? BB is trying to put attention on some of his defensive players and making it look like no one on offense was worth giving a kudo.

Slick Willie move??

Belichick:

"'I just want to let you all know before we step out on that field, I haven't seen one single player here that could beat out the worst player on our team. You're terrible, you don't belong here, and you better get out there and show us something or you're never gonna make the NFL.' And he walked right out the door and went to practice."

 

[sharkymcwrath]

Probably a nothing burger but interesting just the same. The Pats hosted Will Levis for a visit to Gillette.

Report: Patriots surprisingly hosted high-end QB prospect on visit

Are the Patriots positioning themselves for a Day 1 draft surprise?

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[YankeeRebel]

Probably a nothing burger but interesting just the same. The Pats hosted Will Levis for a visit to Gillette.

Report: Patriots surprisingly hosted high-end QB prospect on visit

Are the Patriots positioning themselves for a Day 1 draft surprise?

patriotswire.usatoday.com

Homework assignment. No way they take a QB in round 1. N o Way

 

[Yankee Traveler]

Homework assignment. No way they take a QB in round 1. N o Way

Strengths
Prototypical size and build for an NFL quarterback.
Has experience taking snaps from under center.
Played in pro-style passing scheme requiring full field reads.
Athletic passer when working off-platform.
Release is compact, twitchy and effortless.
Extremely tough and played through injuries in 2022.
Serious arm talent with ability to complete passes in tight windows.
Can send deep passes over the heads of tardy safeties.
Ability to slide and throw simultaneously from the pocket.
Willing and capable as a runner near the goal line.
Weaknesses
Nearly a quarter of his passes were thrown to targets behind the line of scrimmage in 2022, per PFF.
Inconsistent post-snap confidence to throw on time.
Uncomfortable working against short zones.
Big struggles finding his rhythm as a passer in 2022.
Falls into off-platform throws rather than trusting the footwork.
Scattershot ball placement and accuracy on simple throws.
Poor feel inside the pocket for pressure points.
Career TD-INT ratio falls below 2:1 mark.
Poor second reaction decision-making with the football.

NFL Comparison
Jay Cutler

 

[Southieinnc]

What do you think?

Patriots load up on offensive firepower in 3-round mock 2023 NFL draft

An early trade pays off huge for the Patriots in this three-round mock draft.

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[Yankee Traveler]

What do you think?

Patriots load up on offensive firepower in 3-round mock 2023 NFL draft

An early trade pays off huge for the Patriots in this three-round mock draft.

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I like it.