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Insider Calls Patriots Rookie One Of 2026 NFL Draftâs Best Value Picks
TL;DR
New England Patriots rookie Dametrious Crownover has been recognized as one of the best value picks from the 2026 NFL Draft by NFL Draft analyst Nick Baumgardner. The Patriots selected Crownover in the sixth round after trading with the Jacksonville Jaguars.
Key points
- Dametrious Crownover selected by New England Patriots
- Crownover recognized as a top value pick
- Patriots traded with Jacksonville Jaguars for Crownover
- Crownover played at Texas A&M
- Patriots drafted two offensive tackles in 2026
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New England Patriots tackle Dametrious Crownover
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The New England Patriots selected two offensive tackles in the 2026 NFL Draft for the second straight year, taking Utah's Caleb Lomu with the 28th overall pick and Dametrious Crownover via trade with the Jacksonville Jaguars in the sixth round.
NFL Draft analyst and senior writer Nick Baumgardner of The Athletic praised the selection of Crownover in an article published Monday morning, including the Texas A&M product on his list of the event's "best value picks."
"Another gigantic tackle, Crownover (6-7, 321, with nearly 36-inch arms) keeps his massive frame under control off the edge and brings real potential as a run blocker. Heâs another player who could perform immediately as a swing tackle before blossoming into something more," Baumgardner wrote of Crownover.
The 196th overall pick played in 47 games with the Aggies across four seasons and could be a solid depth piece for in 2026.
Q&A
Why is Dametrious Crownover considered a value pick in the 2026 NFL Draft?
Dametrious Crownover is considered a value pick due to his selection in the sixth round, where he was highlighted by analyst Nick Baumgardner as a standout choice for the Patriots.
What position does Dametrious Crownover play for the New England Patriots?
Dametrious Crownover plays as an offensive tackle for the New England Patriots.
Which teams were involved in the trade for Dametrious Crownover?
The trade for Dametrious Crownover involved the New England Patriots and the Jacksonville Jaguars.