Insider Thinks This Patriots Draft Pick Can Be An All-Pro Very Soon

New England Patriots tight end Eli Raridon

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The New England Patriots filled many needs through the NFL Draft, but some of their picks may not make an immediate impact.

The Patriots spent their first-round pick on offensive tackle Caleb Lomu. The Patriots are set at both tackle spots, but Lomu is expected to take over for Morgan Moses next season. Similarly, the Patriots drafted tight end Eli Raridon in the third round. The Patriots already have Hunter Henry, but he is in a contract year.

Raridon can still make an impact this year, but the Patriots drafted him knowing he could potentially take over Henry's role next season. Patriots insider Taylor Kyles thinks Raridon has the potential to be an All-Pro once he takes over as the starter.

“I think in year three or four I could see him being a legitimate Pro Bowl quality player," Kyles said on CLNS on Tuesday. "If you're a downfield threat playing with Drake Maye, you're going to get the numbers... I think at some point in his career, he’s gonna be knocking on an All-Pro. What about his game would make you think he’s not?”