Instant grades for the Patriots drafting RB Jam Miller in Round 7

NASHVILLE, TENNESSEE - OCTOBER 5: Jam Miller #26 of the Alabama Crimson Tide against the Vanderbilt Commodores in the second half at FirstBank Stadium on October 5, 2024 in Nashville, Tennessee. (Photo by Carly Mackler/Getty Images) | Getty Images The New England Patriots opted to bolster their running back group late in the seventh round of the 2026 NFL Draft. Jam Miller out of the University of Alabama was brought aboard with the 245th overall selection. Let’s grade the pick.

Instant grades: Patriots draft RB Jam Miller 245th overall

**Matt St. Jean:** Jam Miller is short, fast, and without a lot of wear on the tires. He also brings extensive special teams experience. His vision is questionable and his lack of size makes it hard for him, especially in pass protection, but this is about as good as it gets for a day three pick in this running back class. He should compete for a backup job in New England. | *Grade: **B*** **Pat Lane:** The Patriots needed another running back, and they took Bam Miller out of Alabama. He showed off his speed at the combine, running a 4.42 in the 40. He’s not a special player or anything, but he could come in and compete for a backup role for the Patriots | *Grade: **C*** The Patriots’ next draft pick is set to come quickly, at No. 247 in the seventh round. *What do you think about this draft pick, though? Do you like it? Do you not? Please participate in our poll and head to the comment section to discuss.*