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Patriots Predicted To Trade First-Round Pick, Make QB-Needy Team Overpay
TL;DR
The New England Patriots are predicted to trade their 31st overall pick in the NFL Draft, aiming to capitalize on a QB-needy team's desperation. Executive vice president Eliot Wolf is open to trading the pick to address the team's needs.
Key points
- Patriots hold the 31st overall pick in the NFL Draft
- Eliot Wolf is open to trading the pick
- The team has needs in pass rush and offensive tackle
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New England Patriots executive vice president of player personnel Eliot Wolf
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The New England Patriots have the 31st overall pick in the upcoming NFL Draft, and while it's not the highest pick, it could still be very coveted.
The Patriots have clear needs in the pass rush department, and they could also use an offensive tackle who can fill in for injuries and eventually take over for Morgan Moses. However, with the 31st pick, many of the players they like may be gone. Patriots executive vice president of player personnel Eliot Wolf has noted that he is open to trading the pick.
The Patriots are not going to select a player in the first round just for the sake of picking someone. Wolf is unlikely to reach for a player, despite the allure of having a fifth-year option. They could easily move back a few spots, adding draft capital and still getting a player they like.
98.5 The Sports Hub's Alex Barth predicted the Patriots would make this draft day trade with the Arizona Cardinals, getting them to overpay to come up and draft a quarterback:
Q&A
Why are the Patriots considering trading their 31st overall pick?
The Patriots are looking to address their needs in pass rush and offensive tackle, and trading the pick could help them acquire valuable assets.
Which teams might be interested in trading for the Patriots' first-round pick?
QB-needy teams are likely candidates to pursue a trade for the Patriots' first-round pick, as they may overpay to secure a quarterback.
What are the Patriots' primary needs heading into the NFL Draft?
The Patriots have clear needs in pass rush and offensive tackle, especially to fill in for injuries and future replacements.
