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New England Patriots Mock Draft: Heavy Investments on Offense

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A New England Patriots mock draft may be the easiest it ever has been this season. The team invested heavily on the defensive side of the football throughout the first week of free agency. After striking out on free agent targets like Ronnie Stanley and Chris Godwin, the Patriots have no choice but to invest heavily on offense come the 2025 NFL Draft in April.

New England Patriots Mock Draft: Heavy Investments on Offense

Round 1, Pick 4: Will Campbell, OT, LSU

Going into the offseason, everyone believed the Patriots would figure out their issue at left tackle in free agency. While they did sign veteran Morgan Moses to play right tackle, they struck out on Ronnie Stanley and the other starting-caliber left tackles. Even if New England is able to swing a trade or find a filler in free agency, Will Campbell is the best possible option at left tackle.

It is no secret that arm length is the biggest knack on Campbell as a prospect. At the combine, his arms were confirmed to be under the ideal 33 inches for an NFL offensive tackle. Even if his length prevents him from playing tackle at the next level, the Patriots still have a need inside at guard and could bump him to the interior. Adding a player with the athleticism, anchor, and resume that Campbell has would instantly upgrade the offensive line in New England.

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Round 2, Pick 38: Jack Bech, WR, TCU

The Patriots could have acquired Deebo Samuel, Chris Godwin or even Cooper Kupp over the past two months. Instead, the only player they added to their wide receiver room was Mack Hollins. While Hollins brings some value downfield and in the blocking game, he isn’t going to help Drake Maye very much. Jack Bech on the other hand would give Maye a smart and reliable option outside the numbers.

Bech started to skyrocket up the draft board after his performance in the 2025 Reese’s Senior Bowl. During the practices, defensive backs couldn’t guard him, and his six receptions, 68 receiving yards and a touchdown led receivers in the actual game. If New England were to select Bech, they would be adding a player who knows how to separate downfield and can quickly turn into an effective runner after the catch.

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Round 3, Pick 69: Cameron Williams, OT, Texas

With the addition of veteran right tackle Morgan Moses, the Patriots have the opportunity to spend time developing their future right tackle rather than plugging and playing them on day one. There are many offensive tackle prospects, in this draft, that could be labelled as developmental — Aireontae Ersery, Josh Simmons and Cameron Williams are among the most highly touted. For New England, any of these three prospects would be the ideal candidate to learn behind Moses but Williams is the selection here.

Early on in the 2025 NFL Draft season, some analysts viewed Williams as a first-round caliber player but after injuries and multiple poor performances this past season, he will likely be selected in the later stages of day two. He is a mountain of a prospect at 6-foot-6, 315 pounds, and has ideal arm length at 34 inches to stick at tackle in the NFL. To eventually take over for Moses in New England, Williams would have to clean up his bend and overall quickness. While he is a tough player to push at the line of scrimmage, it is incredibly easy for finesse and speed rushers to win against him.

Round 3, Pick 77: Jared Wilson, C, Georgia

The release of veteran center David Andrews this past week gives the Patriots another need along the offensive line. It will be hard for the team to find a player to replace the leadership, longevity, and talent that Andrews brought to New England. Maybe drafting a center from the University of Georgia, the alma mater of Andrews, would be a good start.

This past season was the first year Jared Wilson played at the center position and that was clear when considering his inability to quickly process and call out protection. While his instincts need development, the athleticism Wilson plays with is among the best at his position in this draft class. He moves from his initial block to the second level with ease and is able to quickly fire out of his stance at the line of scrimmage. Even if the Patriots elect to find a veteran replacement at center, Wilson would serve as a high-upside developmental center.

Round 4, Pick 106: Isaiah Bond, WR, Texas

New England has swung and missed on a number of speedy downfield receivers in recent years — Aaron Dobson in 2013, N’Keal Harry in 2019, and Tyquan Thornton in 2022. With a quarterback who is capable of the home run throw, the Patriots just need a home run hitter at wide receiver and there aren’t many prospects who fit that description better than Isaiah Bond.

Much like his Longhorn teammate Cameron Williams, Bond saw his draft stock plummet from first-round to as late as day three. After starting his junior campaign off strong with five straight 50+ yard games, he only mustered 176 yards the rest of the year. During the Longhorns playoff run, Bond struggled with drops and became the third target behind Gunnar Helm and Matthew Golden. From an individual standpoint, the season was a disaster for Bond but from the Patriots perspective, the front office may be able to acquire an explosive play threat, like Bond, three rounds later than first anticipated.

Round 5, Pick 144: Jah Joyner, EDGE, Minnesota

Two weeks ago, the Patriots needed a pass rusher more than just about any team around the NFL. Now, after signing Harold Landry and Milton Williams, New England can wait a little longer before drafting one come April. In a draft class loaded with edge rushers, the perfect time to select one will be on day three and former Minnesota Golden Gopher Jah Joyner has the athleticism to shine in the NFL.

At the NFL Combine earlier this month, Joyner had some of the best on-field performances out of any prospect at his position. His 40-yard dash, pass rush, and wave drill were simply outstanding. On all three of those occasions, he reached a top speed between 18 and 22 miles per hour, the highest at his position that day. If the Patriots were to select Joyner, they would need to develop some of his fundamental pass rush skills. He needs to disengage better and be more than just a speed rusher but his athletic ability could get him on the field very early.

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Round 7, Pick 217: Donovan Edwards, RB, Michigan

The running back position was one of the least productive groups in New England last season. Rhamondre Stevenson struggled with fumbles and Antonio Gibson posted the worst receiving numbers in his career. With a new head coach and offensive coordinator, the Patriots may invest in the position late in the draft this year. Former Wolverines running back Donovan Edwards has the explosiveness that New England currently lacks in the backfield.

Edwards was never a bellcow running back at the University of Michigan and he wouldn’t have to be in New England either. His skillset revolves around his ability as a receiver and to break away from defenders at the second level. While he struggles with vision, offensive coordinator Josh McDaniels could scheme plays for Edwards out in space and let his explosiveness shine. Back-to-back late-round selections on prospects who played in the Big Ten sounds like something Mike Vrabel could get behind.

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Round 7, Pick 220: Bryson Nesbit, TE, North Carolina

After re-signing Austin Hooper, the tight end position is one of the stronger groups in New England. They have veteran Hunter Henry locked in for the next two seasons and Hooper developed a strong connection with Drake Maye. The Patriots will have to start thinking about a potential replacement for Henry and Hooper when they retire or their contracts expire. Maybe they could look to reunite Maye with one of his favorite targets at North Carolina.

Bryson Nesbit was a first-team All-ACC tight end when catching passes from Maye. He had five games with more than 50 receiving yards and his five touchdowns were second among all Tarheel receivers. Nesbit wasn’t the same player without Maye, he managed just one 50+ yard game this past season and couldn’t stay on the football field. There are many examples of late-round tight ends contributing at the NFL level. Nesbit has the short-area quickness and efficiency in the seam to make an impact further down the depth chart in New England.

Round 7, Pick 238: Ty Robinson, IDL, Nebraska

After the Patriots invested heavily within the interior of the defensive line, an early-round selection at the position wouldn’t make much sense. They will still need to add younger players who can rotate in during long offensive drives and impact the line of scrimmage. Another Big Ten defensive lineman, Ty Robinson, could do just that.

Robinson will be the kind of player Mike Vrabel falls in love with. He plays with incredible physicality at the line of scrimmage and won’t back down from any one-on-one matchup. He always wants to be the first to make contact and rarely motors down throughout the course of a play. Due to Robinson being a six-year college player, he isn’t one of those high-upside prospects but you know the kind of impact he can make at the next level. He has the kind of effort and philosophy to have a long impact in the NFL.

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