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Patriots Predicted To Draft SEC Defensive Star In First Round
TL;DR
The New England Patriots are expected to focus on drafting a pass rusher in the first round of the upcoming NFL draft. With the 31st pick, they have a chance to secure a valuable defensive asset from a talented draft class.
Oklahoma defensive lineman R Mason Thomas
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The New England Patriots will be in the spotlight during the first round of the NFL draft in less than two weeks, and they may be looking to bolster their roster with a pass rusher.
This year's draft class is rich with talent in pass rushing, and if the Patriots are aiming to bolster their defense with a pick at No. 31, they might land a true steal of the draft.
CBS Sports draft analyst Mike Renner released a mock draft on Monday, predicting that the Patriots will select Oklahoma edge rusher R. Mason Thomas with the 31st overall pick.
"Thomas is the type of edge bender who can clean up the havoc created inside by Christian Barmore, Milton Williams and Cory Durden. He should be able to pick up where K'Lavon Chaisson left off," Renner wrote.
The 21-year-old pass rusher played four seasons at Oklahoma, appearing in 42 games and recording 65 combined tackles, 25.5 tackles for loss and 17 sacks.
If the Patriots draft Thomas, he could become an impactful player right from the start, which would be fantastic for New England as it is trying to return to the Super Bowl this season.
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Q&A
Who is R Mason Thomas and why is he a potential draft pick for the Patriots?
R Mason Thomas is an Oklahoma defensive lineman considered a strong candidate for the Patriots' first-round pick due to his pass-rushing abilities.
What position are the Patriots likely to draft in the first round of the NFL draft?
The Patriots are likely to draft a pass rusher to strengthen their defense in the first round of the NFL draft.
What is the significance of the Patriots' 31st pick in the NFL draft?
The 31st pick is significant for the Patriots as it allows them to potentially acquire a top talent in a draft class rich in pass-rushing prospects.
