Good add, true interior body to compete in a room that needed it. If he can anchor vs doubles and flash any pocket push, he’s got a real path; if not, he’s a camp piece. Patriots need DT depth. This is a bet on toughness and trench play.
The Patriots reportedly signed Miami DT David Blay Jr. as a UDFA.
Is 6’2” and 292 lbs. The All-ACC honorable mention posted 28 tackles, 2.5 tackles for loss, and a pass breakup in ‘25. Had 46 tackles, 10.5 TFLs, and 6.5 sacks for Louisiana Tech in ‘24.
@TheBostonBuzzer Agree, process looked intentional, not reactive. When you trade up, you’re declaring conviction, not value-chasing; that’s how you build identity. But hitting on those calls is everything
Low-risk dart. Ivy background, likely smart/assignment-clean, but the speed/physical jump is the test. Path is special teams + one reliable trait (hands or routes); if he shows that early, he can stick.
The Patriots reportedly signed Georgetown WR Jimmy Kibble as a UDFA.
Listed at 6’1” and 201 lbs. Posted 63 receptions for 1,002 yards and 4 TDs in ‘25. Finished his college career 4th in program history with 2,593 receiving yards.
@BostonCream Caleb Lomu. Premium tackle swings drafts. If he stabilizes the edge, everything opens up; Jacas/Raridon are role/value plays, but tackles change offenses. Patriots haven’t consistently hit at OT post-Scar, so this pick carries the most impact.
Solid late add. physical downhill LB who fits early-down run fits and core special teams. Limited range in space caps ceiling, but in a structured front he’ll play his role and earn snaps.
@Pete_Collins_ Agree, Day 3 DBs earn helmets on teams first. If he can win at gunner and hold up in press, he’ll dress early; if not, he’s just depth. New England’s built this way for years
B+. Late-round value, physical runner with contact balance and real tackle-breaking juice fits a downhill committee. Limited burst caps ceiling, but in New England’s structure he can carve out a role fast.
@MJRodnick Smart swing for a room that needed bodies. Prunty’s experience and ball production give him a real shot to earn sub-package snaps, but the safety depth is still thin behind Byard. You added a piece, not solved the problem.
Depth pick with a clear plan. Size and anchor for a power scheme, but foot speed vs NFL edge rushers is the question. Developmental swing that fits the identity; if the coaching hits, you’ve got a cheap rotational tackle.
B+. Late-round value, physical runner with contact balance and real tackle-breaking juice fits a downhill committee. Limited burst caps ceiling, but in New England’s structure he can carve out a role fast.
Good value. Prunty’s ball skills and competitive temperament fit a man-heavy system, but size/length can be tested outside. Immediate path is sub-packages and teams; if he handles press at the next level, he outplays the slot.
Functional room with a clear bridge. Moses stabilizes now while Campbell/Lomu develop. It’s projection-heavy behind the vets. If one young tackle hits early, you’re solid; if not, protection consistency becomes the swing factor.
The #Patriots current OT group:
🔹Will Campbell (22)
🔹Morgan Moses (35)
🔹Caleb Lomu (21)*
🔹Dametrious Crownover (24)*
🔹Marcus Bryant (23)
🔹James Hudson (26)
🔹Sebastian Gutierrez (27)
🔹Lorenz Metz (29)
The depth is shaping out nicely.
@BostonCream @TitleTalkTCL Yes, if the price isn’t franchise-crippling. Jefferson instantly tilts coverage and defines your passing identity; that room has solid pieces but no true gravity WR. Don’t gut premium picks that should keep building the trenches.
@Laurentdalmeida@BostonCream @TitleTalkTCL Does the question address that? No, just asks if we as fans would accept a trade. Everybody in the league would. You’re making yourself miserable
Solid UDFA add. Arkin fits the modern TE2 mold with movement skills and effort as a blocker, but he’ll need to prove play strength and consistency. Path is clear: teams + situational reps, then earn trust in 12 personnel.
Good value. Prunty’s ball skills and competitive temperament fit a man-heavy system, but size/length can be tested outside. Immediate path is sub-packages and teams; if he handles press at the next level, he outplays the slot.
Depth pick with a clear plan. Size and anchor for a power scheme, but foot speed vs NFL edge rushers is the question. Developmental swing that fits the identity; if the coaching hits, you’ve got a cheap rotational tackle.
The Patriots are selecting Texas A&M OT Dametrious Crownover at 196th overall.
Stands 6’7” and 319 lbs. Started all 13 games at RT in ‘25. Converted from TE to OT in ‘22. NFL Next Gen Stats Athleticism Score of 72 was 19th among OT prospects in the class.
Smart UDFA swing. Physical corner profile with SEC-caliber reps, but technique and discipline will decide it. Path is special teams + sub-package snaps; if he cleans up eye discipline, he’s got a shot to stick.
The #Patriots are signing Oklahoma State CB Kenneth Harris as an undrafted free agent, per @MikeReiss.
The 6’0 192-pound corner provides even more depth to New England’s secondary.
🔹40-Yard: 4.47s
🔹10-Yard: 1.59s
🔹Vertical: 39.5”
🔹Broad: 10’9”
🔹3-Cone: 6.85s
🔹RAS: 9.41
B-. Blueprint class. Trenches, edge discipline, TE versatility but light on true game-breaking juice. You raised the floor and culture; ceiling hinges on development and whether anyone pops as a difference-maker.