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2026 NFL Draft: Amid off-field controversy, Patriots trade up for another left tackle
TL;DR
The New England Patriots traded up to the 28th pick in the NFL Draft to select left tackle Caleb Lomu from Utah. This move raises questions about the future of last year's fourth overall pick, Will Campbell, amid off-field controversies involving coach Mike Vrabel.
Key points
- Patriots traded up from 31st to 28th pick
- Selected left tackle Caleb Lomu from Utah
- Questions arise about Will Campbell's future
- Mike Vrabel involved in off-field controversy
- Vrabel to miss draft's third day for counseling
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The New England Patriots had a hectic, busy first night of the NFL Draft. They also made a pick in the first round.
The Patriots traded up from the 31st pick to 28th, dealing with the division rival Buffalo Bills, and took left tackle Caleb Lomu from Utah. That will bring some questions about what happens to Will Campbell, last year’s fourth overall pick who started at left tackle all last season but struggled late and had a rough postseason.
Most nights, that would be enough of a headline for one team.
The talk of the NFL for most of Thursday wasn’t the upcoming draft, but the scandal surrounding Vrabel. The New York Post published pictures of Vrabel and NFL insider Dianna Russini reportedly at a New York City bar together in 2020. On Thursday afternoon the Patriots confirmed that Vrabel would miss the third day of the draft on Saturday to undergo counseling.
Vrabel met with the media less than an hour before the draft started and said his family was his priority and he’d be with them this weekend.
Mike Vrabel met with the media less than an hour before the NFL Draft began. (Photo by John Tlumacki/The Boston Globe via Getty Images)
(Boston Globe via Getty Images)
Q&A
Why did the Patriots trade up in the 2026 NFL Draft?
The Patriots traded up to select left tackle Caleb Lomu from Utah, addressing their offensive line needs.
What does Caleb Lomu's selection mean for Will Campbell?
Caleb Lomu's selection raises questions about Will Campbell's future, as he struggled last season after being the fourth overall pick.
What controversy is surrounding Mike Vrabel during the NFL Draft?
Mike Vrabel is facing controversy due to recently surfaced photos with NFL insider Dianna Russini, leading him to miss the third day of the draft for counseling.