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Patriots Projected To Add 11.5âSack Pass Rusher To Improve Defense
TL;DR
The New England Patriots are projected to draft a pass rusher with 11.5 sacks to bolster their defense. They may also consider acquiring wide receiver A.J. Brown if the opportunity arises.
Missouri defensive lineman Zion Young
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The New England Patriots have several options for their first-round pick in this year's NFL draft, but it seems they will focus on two main positions.
New England could explore options for wide receivers, but if the team is looking to acquire Philadelphia Eagles wideout A.J. Brown after June 1, then drafting a defensive end at No. 31 might be the best move.
Fox Sports NFL draft analyst Rob Rang published a mock draft on Monday, showcasing the ideal draft choice for each team. In this draft, he has New England selecting Missouri pass rusher Zion Young in the first round.
"The Patriots won the AFC despite having only two defenders with more than four sacks (Harold Landry III and KâLavon Chaisson), and the club lost one of them (Chaisson, as well as underrated run defender Anfernee Jennings) in free agency," Young wrote. "New England replaced Chaissonâs speed with a more reliable run defender in DreâMont Jones, but reinforcements are still needed. Youngâs length, strength and temperament would seem to be a good fit with new coach Mike Vrabel."
Young played four seasons of college football, spending two seasons at Michigan State before transferring to Missouri for his final two years. He recorded 28.5 tackles and 11.5 sacks over the course of 46 games and could provide a valuable boost for the Patriots.
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Q&A
Who is the projected pass rusher the Patriots might draft?
The projected pass rusher is Zion Young, a defensive lineman from Missouri.
What position will the Patriots likely focus on in the NFL draft?
The Patriots are likely to focus on drafting a defensive end with their first-round pick.
Could the Patriots acquire A.J. Brown, and when?
Yes, the Patriots could explore acquiring A.J. Brown after June 1 if the opportunity arises.
