2027 NFL mock draft has Patriots going unexpected route in first round

The New England Patriots are a long way from the 2027 NFL Draft, but speculation as to who they will take in the first round when the time comes next year is already springing up.

According to Bleacher Report’s Brent Sobleski, the Patriots select LSU tight end Trey’Dez Green with the No. 26 overall pick in the draft next year.

”Trey'Dez Green projects as an elite pass-catcher at the position,” Sobleski said. “The 6'7", 237-pounder also played on LSU's basketball team and could be a great red-zone target with his combination of size and contested-catch ability.”

Green recorded 433 receiving yards in 2025 playing under coach Brian Kelly at LSU. He will play under new LSU coach Lane Kiffin in 2026.

The Patriots have Hunter Henry as their starting tight end. Henry finished second for New England in receiving yards in 2025 with 768 yards. New England also selected Notre Dame tight end Eli Raridon with the No. 95 overall pick in the 2026 NFL Draft.

If Henry signs with another team in free agency following the 2026 season when his contract expires, Green will be a fitting prospect for the Patriots to consider replacing him with.

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