Today, well see how 2023 could potentially shake out with a way too early seven-round mock draft with only two weeks left in the regular season. The Indianapolis Colts may have more competition to sift through if they want to move up for a quarterback prospect in the 2023 NFL draft as the Arizona Cardinals That would be an amazing opportunity, Van Ness said of possibly landing with the Patriots. 1 receiver. Overall the team has eight selections in the 2023 NFL Draft. So he wont be a Devin McCourty replacement, but he could be a potential Adrian Phillips or Jabrill Peppers replacement. Andrew J. 192 pick, 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. New England Patriots biggest need in 2023, same as in 2022. He had 1,606 yards and nine scores compared to 1,058 and 12 for Wilson and 936 and 13 for Olave. Jonnu Smith has yet to amount to anything in two years with the team, and outside of Smith, the Patriots dont have any developmental players. 117: The 6-foot-5 Van Ness can play both inside and outside and also contributes on special teams. The Patriots are in need of someone who can kick it longer than 45 yards consistently, while also being able to handle kick-off duties. Follow Chad on Twitter @ChadGraff. I will be using PFFs mock draft simulator with trades on. One thing is for certain: the Patriots have some draft capital to build on their successes over the last few drafts of adding key players like Kyle Dugger, Josh Uche, Rashee Rice, SMUs best receiver, has star wideout written all over him. If that scenario plays out, the Patriots could end up with a top 15 pick in the 2023 NFL Draft. But once you go over that, it becomes harder to fill other holes while also extending Josh Uche, Michael Onwenu and Kyle Dugger. Another obvious Patriot pick in this draft is a specialist. I dont see that happening. Round 4: 107th overall (via Los Angeles)*. 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. But at pick No. Sign up for our newsletter and get every update delivered to your inbox! Yup. New England Patriots draft picks 2023. They made the playoffs with a 10-7 record, not bad with a rookie quarterback. Call 1-800-GAMBLER. Its all a matter of picking the right players at this point. The Patriots may have an immediate need on the outside, and Forbes is the best outside corner at pick No. The Wake Forrest wideout has a frame that could translate to a true No. Our goal is to put out the highest-quality content and tools. 152: OT, Jaxson Kirkland, Washington, Round 6, Pick No. 2023 NFL First Round Mock Draft His willingness to assist in the run game could make him an intriguing prospect that could fight for a roster spot next season as the Patriots will be looking for more long-term answers at the position with Jonathan Jones as a pending free agent. 14 overall. With Jake Baileys likely last game with New England happening in 2022 and Michael Palardy being the disaster he was, the Patriots should be looking for a punter that they can develop long-term. It may be frightening to choose another Georgia offensive tackle in round one. But its left tackle, Trent Brown, turns 30 this offseason and only has one year remaining on his contract. 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). There's a real chance, given the quality of those three opponents, that the Patriots could go 0-3 The defensive backfield could take a significant hit if Devin McCourty retires and some of the coveted free agent pieces, like Jonathan Jones and Jabrill Peppers, leave in free agency. The Patriots love adding depth and adding versatile football players to their defense, which has been one of the more dynamic and confusing defenses for opponents over the last 20-plus years. 135, 210, and 258 were given to the Patriots because of the loss of cornerback J.C. Jackson, center Ted Karras, and running back Brandon Bolden.. New England's 76th over pick stems from last year's trade in which the Pats traded the 94th overall pick to the Carolina Panthers in exchange for a 2022 fourth The New England Patriots season is over, and picks 1-18 are set for the 2023 NFL draft. The North Andover native transferred from Duke to UCLA for his final season. Seattle (via Denver) 6. So grabbing him with pick No. 1) Houston Texans, 2-12-1 2) Chicago Bears, 3-12 3) Seattle Seahawks (via Denver Broncos, 4-11) 4) Arizona Cardinals, 4-11 5) Indianapolis Colts, 4-9-1 6) Atlanta Falcons, 5-10 7) Detroit Lions (via L.A. Rams, 5-10) 8) Carolina Panthers, 6-9 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. Join the Best Live Fantasy Chat Community! 14. Nick Folk is just fine, but he is also getting up there in age. The defeat dropped the Patriots to 8-9 and a ninth-place finish in the AFC standings. But with good technique and usage in the right situations, Cox could fill roles similar to Lawrence Guy or Deatrich Wise in the future. 1 selection to a team desperate for a franchise QB? Top 10 Greatest NFL Tight Ends Of All Time. If you had to rank receivers around the league, Meyers would fall somewhere between 25 and 35 for me. New England found its (potential) quarterback of the future in Mac Jones with the No. At kicker, I fully expect Nick Folk to be back for another season. The Patriots have a need for a linebacker who can challenge the pass, stop the run, and assist in pass-rush scenarios. Last year, Christian Kirk signed a new deal with an average annual value of $18 million. Dean III was the Shrine Bowl standout many thought he would be. It would be exciting to see the Patriots aggressively solve their offensive line in one draft. Besides being from Alabama, TooToo is extremely poised and rarely out of position. 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. Please check your email for a confirmation. And though I dont think Jones is going anywhere this offseason, since you asked, I think Bailey Zappe would become the starter if Jones departed. Gerard P. Im with you on just about everything you said. If Northwesterns offensive tackle Peter Skoronski is available when the Patriots are on the clock, he would be an excellent addition to the team. This could mean one less option for the receiver-needy Patriots. The Patriots need tackle help bad, and at No. Does that lead to improvement from Jones? 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. 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. 46, there was a run on corners in this range. 14. 15 pick in the 2021 draft, so there's value to be had in the middle of the first round. Offensive tackle Isaiah Wynn is a free agent in March. They should be one of the more active teams in the NFL this offseason, as the Patriots project to have over $30 million in salary cap space. Round 1, Pick No. Ryland offers all of that in a buttoned-up package here at No. Schoonmaker has great size, and the Patriots have a need at tight end. https://patriotswire.usatoday.com/2023/01/24/patriots-projected-get-massive-haul-2023-compensatory-picks/, Over The Caps Nick Kortes recent compensatory pick projections, Josh McDaniels comments on Patriots hiring Bill O'Brien as OC, 3 most realistic wide receiver options for Patriots in 2023 offseason, Patrick Mahomes thanked Bill Belichick for helping improve his game, Patriots knock it out of the park in this 3-round mock draft, Full 7-round Patriots 2023 mock draft 4.0, 3 potential Patriots trade packages for Jalen Ramsey, Report: Patriots work out Mac Jones' former Alabama receiving target, Your California Privacy Rights/Privacy Policy. Graff joined The Athletic in January 2018 after covering a bit of everything for the St. Paul Pioneer Press. Chargers GM Has Strong Statement On Rumors, Cleveland Cavaliers vs. Boston Celtics Spread, Line, Odds, Predictions, Picks, and Betting Preview, Thumbnail photo via Oluwatimi is one of those guys that screams Patriots. 2 overall. 14, 46 and 76. Patriots draft order: No. Wide receiver is one of the higher-profile needs the New England Patriots have on their offseason to-do list. In his latest mock draft, Jeremiah has the Patriots selecting Gonzalez. 14 pick in the first round of the 2023 draft. As far as the draft is concerned, the Patriots are the current owners of the 14th overall pick in the first found as well as seven other selections further down the board. Did Kyle Busch Take Shot At Joe Gibbs Racing After NASCAR Win? New England hadnt had a losing record since 2000 before their recent struggles. He is good in space and can stack defensive backs, getting great separation on the line, while also opening up opportunities for others. 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 Covington interviewed for two defensive coordinator positions this offseason. 2. Coaching matters so much to quarterbacks. In the early rounds, theyve retained their original selections in Rounds 1 and 3. 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. Jones is a mauler and bully in the run game and should fit nicely in New England. The Patriots are in need of some EDGE depth as Matthew Judon continues to age. 14: OT, Broderick Jones, Georgia, Round 2, Pick No. Regardless of the Patriots taking the two starters from the Buckeyes, Jones projects to be a mauler of a right tackle, and his size is eerily similar to that of Trent Brown, whom he would be replacing. New England Patriots 2023 draft should focus on quality, not quantity The focus of the 2023 draft should be quality over quantity. 233: K, Chad Ryland, Maryland, Round 7, Pick No. 205 is good value. Las Vegas 8. Sign up for our newsletter and get every update delivered to your inbox! You'll now receive the top Patriots Wire stories each day directly in your inbox. We'll see, but it should make for a fun offseason. How about potentially resetting the tackle positionthe Patriots biggest needwith not one, but two tackles from Ohio State. He has been a Patriots fit for me all offseason long, and the coaching staff got a close-up view of the Florida safety. With Jakobi Meyers and Nelson Agholor pending as free agents, the Patriots dont have much in the pipeline besides Tyquan Thornton, an underutilized Kendrick Bourne and an aging DeVante Parker. In a stunning turn of events, the Houston Texans actually beat the Indianapolis Colts 32-31 on the road to squander the No. Tyree Wilson said he plans to meet with the Patriots today. The Patriots missed the playoffs with a 35-23 loss to the Buffalo Bills on Sunday. That number, however, is projected to see some growth in the coming weeks: according to a recent analysis published by Over The Caps Nick Korte, New England is in line to receive three extra picks through the NFLs compensatory process. Stover sits at 6-foot-4 and 255 pounds, and hes coming off a season where he caught 36 balls for 406 yards and five touchdowns. 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. Sitting at 6-foot-6 and 313 pounds, he has more than enough in terms of measurables to be able to solidify the Patriots front seven and assist in stopping the run. 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