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Here's one I just found on Patriots Wire

New England Patriots 2020 draft: Seven-round mock draft
Originally posted on Sportsnaut | By Matt Johnson | Last updated 4/1/20

The New England Patriots head into the 2020 NFL Draft preparing for a new era. Tom Brady is gone and the Buffalo Bills are rising to power in the AFC East. The upcoming NFL Draft will be pivotal for the Patriots, with their short-term playoff hopes and long-term aspirations hanging in the balance.

The Patriots want to give Jarrett Stidham a chance to prove himself in this system, but he’s unlikely to be the long-term answer to replace Brady. Of course, New England must address its offensive line and find some more talent at receiver if it wants to put its quarterback in the best position to succeed. Belichick would also benefit from adding some more pieces to this defense, which is starting to age with key players in their 30s.

There are plenty of needs to address and potential draft-day trades for Belichick to make. As our seven-round Patriots’ mock draft shows, conducted via The Draft Network, the 2020 NFL Draft offers the perfect opportunity to build this historic team up again.

First round, 28th overall: Jordan Love, quarterback, Utah State
Note: Patriots trade No. 23, No. 98 and No. 125 overall picks to the Ravens for Baltimore’s No. 28 and No. 55 overall selections

While the Patriots might believe in Stidham, the former fourth-round pick slipped in the draft for a reason. New England needs another viable quarterback to develop behind him and Love can be that guy. While his draft stock has fluctuated this offseason from a potential top-10 pick to a Day 2 selection, he’ll likely fall somewhere in between. Conveniently for Belichick, he is still available at No. 28 after trading down with the Baltimore Ravens.

The 6-foot-4 quarterback brings outstanding physical tools. Love’s arm is one of the strongest in this class, and he has both the velocity and confidence to make throws in tight windows. He’s also an above-average athlete at the position, opening up opportunities that didn’t exist in the Patriots’ offense with Brady. Josh McDaniels will need to help Love clean his mechanics, understand how to read defenses and improve his decision-making. But the upside here is easily worth the investment, plus New England moves up into the second round.

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Second round, 52nd overall: Tee Higgins, wide receiver, Clemson
Note: Patriots trade No. 55 overall and two sixth-round picks (no. 195 and 204) to the Rams for No. 52 overall

After acquiring the 55th pick from the Ravens, the Patriots use their immense collection of Day 3 picks to move up three spots in our mock draft. The specific pick is even more important because New England jumped ahead of the Philadelphia Eagles to grab an exciting receiver that will be an impact talent the first time he takes the field.

Higgins, compared to All-Pro receiver A.J. Green by NFL.com’s Lance Zierlein, is perfect for what this offense needs. He can line up on the outside, pushing N’Keal Harry into the slot, to give this offense an incredible playmaker. Whether Higgins making an absurd sideline catch, beating the defense deep for a huge touchdown or making a contested catch in the end zone. Higgins can do it all and he’s an absolute steal in this spot for New England.

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Third round, 73rd overall: Joshua Uche, edge rusher, Michigan
Note: Patriots trade No. 87 overall and No. 172 overall to the Jaguars for the No. 73 overall pick

There’s no way around it, Belichick needs to add more talent at linebacker for this defense. The Patriots lost Kyle Van Noy’s versatility this offseason and they need to find his replacement. Uche is one of the most versatile linebackers in the draft, a trait that makes him the perfect pick for New England.

The 21-year-old linebacker lit up the Senior Bowl and attracted plenty of attention from teams at the NFL Combine. He can be brought off the edge and create pressure thanks to his quick burst, length and strength. Uche can also play as an off-ball linebacker, using his athleticism to drop back in coverage. He’s everything the Patriots need on defense, so dealing a fifth-round pick to move up 14 spots for him is worth it.

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Third round, 100th overall: Saahdiq Charles, offensive tackle, LSU
New England can’t leave the 2020 NFL Draft without addressing its offensive line. It’s an intriguing draft class with plenty of compelling options in the first three rounds. After being aggressive with trades early, Belichick’s patience pays off here with Charles falling right to New England.

Saahdiq Charles is an impressive athlete for a 321-pound, 6-foot-3 offensive tackle. He helped protect Joe Burrow at LSU, being an integral part of the best offensive line in college football. He might need to be moved inside to guard, especially with the possibility that Joe Thuney might only be in New England for one more season. Charles can be a swing tackle in his rookie season and following a year of getting stronger and refining his footwork, he can step in at left guard for the Patriots.

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Sixth round, 212th overall: Charlie Taumoepeau, tight end, Portland State
Tight end is an obvious need for the Patriots, but this isn’t the best draft class to find the long-term solution. After passing on a few intriguing options in earlier rounds, New England grabs a small-school talent who could offer big rewards in the future.

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The Patriots could use Danny Vitale, an underutilized weapon with the Green Bay Packer since 2019, as a fullback or H-back next season. In the meantime, the coaching staff can work with Taumoepeau and help groom him into that role. The Portland State product is a good athlete with a willingness to block and the natural ability to get open and snag the football. He can contribute on special teams right away and be developed into the Patriots next H-back,

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Sixth round, 213th overall: A.J. Green, cornerback, Oklahoma State
It’s time for the Patriots to start adding depth to their secondary and rolling the dice on potential long-term starters. Jason McCourty is set to enter his age-33 season and J.C. Jackson will be a free agent following the 2020 season. So, adding a talent like Green became the obvious move in our mock draft.

He brings the size, athleticism and physicality to become an outside cornerback in the NFL. Green loves to get his hands on receivers, getting them off their route and can also disrupt them when going for the football. He can learn from All-Pro cornerback Stephon Gilmore and cornerbacks coach Mike Pellegrino and potentially develop into a solid corner.

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Seventh round, 230th overall: James Lynch, defensive lineman, Baylor
The Patriots can never have enough rotational pieces along the defensive line. Lynch offers strength, high motor and instincts, traits that can help him contribute quickly. He dominated in three seasons at Baylor, racking up 33 tackles for loss and 20 sacks in three seasons. While his upside is limited due to a lack of athleticism, he offers enough skills to play in the NFL.

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Seventh round, 341st overall: DeeJay Dallas, running back, Miami
A high school quarterback, Dallas went to Miami and made the transition to running back. He brings size and speed to the table, while also demonstrating a willingness to run through defenders. Dallas can also be used out of the backfield, which he demonstrated at Miami with reps at receiver. While he is still learning how to play running back, Dallas offers the upside of an offensive weapon that the Patriots would love to have.
 

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Some of the mock drafts I've seen have him going between the 3-5 rounds.

As a flyer I wouldn't mind spending a 5th on him as he fits the mold of a pocket passer. So maybe NE wouldn't need to alter their offensive scheme? Not willing to go any higher than that. He just doesn't show me enough especially after using a 4th last year on Stidhman.
 

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Will he make it to the 5th
Some of the mock drafts I've seen have him going between the 3-5 rounds.

As a flyer I wouldn't mind spending a 5th on him as he fits the mold of a pocket passer. So maybe NE wouldn't need to alter their offensive scheme? Not willing to go any higher than that. He just doesn't show me enough especially after using a 4th last year on Stidhman.


Will he make it til the 5th?
 

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Will he make it to the 5th



Will he make it til the 5th?

I'm not sure? Just going by what the pundits have predicted where he may go?

Currently NE has:
1 23 (23)
3 23 (87)
3 34 (98)
3 36 (100)
4 19 (125)
5 27 (172)
6 16 (195)
6 25 (204)
6 33 (212)
6 34 (213)
7 16 (230)
7 27 (241)

Barring any trades which I'm not against I think unless BB gets at least another pick prior to #172 spending a pick on this guy is too much after grabbing Stidham last year is my real point. NE has a lot of holes to fill TE and LB first and foremost, Both lines and then IMHO WR or DBs.
There is lots of cap $ coming next year so if Stidhman doesn't pan out NE could go get a vet or look at the 2021 draft for their next QB.

Teams have shown you can win with a mediocre QB. You can't win if you don't restock for the future. Many of those non sexy draft picks that BB has taken over the years have kept the Pats competitive. Naturally having TB12 didn't hurt but the team won without him and won with him even when the team was devastated by injuries.

Guess what I'm saying is anything earlier than a late fourth is too rich for me. I'm restocking in a very talented pool of players coming out of this draft.
 

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I think the Pats will wait until the 6th or 7th round and take a QB.

Steve Montez (COL)and Jake Luton (ORE ST)have fallen like boulders off the Grand Canyon. One of them just might slide down to the free fall zone.

A TE that could available in 4th or 5th maybe later is Harrison Bryant of FLA INT'L.
 

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In Nosterafu's SportsHoopla draft, I just trade #98 and #100 to move up to TB's #76 Still have #87.
 

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With #76 I was able to get Khalil Davis 6'7" 330# DT from Nebraska.

I'm thinking OT or TE tomorrow with #87

I don't pick until #125 in the fourth.

Not one TE has been taken yet. Trautman was rated #99 in a Top 500 players list which has been pretty solid so far. I think I can wait until the 5th to get the highest rated TE.
 

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With #76 I was able to get Khalil Davis 6'7" 330# DT from Nebraska.

I'm thinking OT or TE tomorrow with #87

I don't pick until #125 in the fourth.

Not one TE has been taken yet. Trautman was rated #99 in a Top 500 players list which has been pretty solid so far. I think I can wait until the 5th to get the highest rated TE.

Good luck but I think both Trautman and Kmet will be gone by the 5th? I see a drop off of production after those two. Really hoping NE snags one or the other? Then again they haven't had multiple knee injuries so not likely BB picks them so they can go in IR for the upcoming season.
 

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With #76 I was able to get Khalil Davis 6'7" 330# DT from Nebraska.

I'm thinking OT or TE tomorrow with #87

I don't pick until #125 in the fourth.

Not one TE has been taken yet. Trautman was rated #99 in a Top 500 players list which has been pretty solid so far. I think I can wait until the 5th to get the highest rated TE.
I think with my next 4 picks I’m just going to take TE’s so the Pats can’t have any
 

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Thru 3 rounds of collaborative mock #3:

23 A.J. Epenesa, DE, Iowa
79 Jordan Elliott, DT, Missouri
98 Matt Peart, OT, UConn
100 Adam Trautman, TE, Dayton

(Traded 87 and 125 for 79)
 

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I think with my next 4 picks I’m just going to take TE’s so the Pats can’t have any
What I think of you after reading this post
 

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Thru 3 rounds of collaborative mock #3:

23 A.J. Epenesa, DE, Iowa
79 Jordan Elliott, DT, Missouri
98 Matt Peart, OT, UConn
100 Adam Trautman, TE, Dayton

(Traded 87 and 125 for 79)

I like it. I just hope Trautman or Kmet are there at 100. I am TE starved at this point. Too many spoiled years I guess.

Just imagine what could've been had AH not been a psycho? AH and Gronk was too short lived (no pun intended). Eventually NE wouldn't have been able to pay both but it would've been fun to watch while it lasted.
 

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With #76 I was able to get Khalil Davis 6'7" 330# DT from Nebraska.

I'm thinking OT or TE tomorrow with #87

I don't pick until #125 in the fourth.

Not one TE has been taken yet. Trautman was rated #99 in a Top 500 players list which has been pretty solid so far. I think I can wait until the 5th to get the highest rated TE.
Be careful BK, I've heard with social distancing and all the NFL is considering using this as the actual draft.
 

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I just picked up Adam Trautman TE Dayton

So far:

WR Tee Higgins Clemson
DT Khalil Davis Nebraska
TE Adam Trautman Dayton
 

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I guess anything’s possible once they get into the program but I just don’t see the power and dominance at the LOS Vince showed at UM. I like him fine as a rotational gap shooter but I’d be looking more for someone I think could potentially take over for Guy next year if they don’t re-sign him.
 

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I read him at 6'2" and 330. I don't know how I hit the 7.
I just recheck him on the Big Board and he's 6'2".
 
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