My guess is the best available offensive tackle, a trade back if their target is gone, or a CB. Lastly, pick No. Jonnu Smith has yet to amount to anything in two years with the team, and outside of Smith, the Patriots dont have any developmental players. The top pick goes to the Chicago Bears, who fell to a league-worst 3-14 after losing 29-13 to the Minnesota Vikings on Sunday. 135, 210, and 258 were given to the Patriots because of the loss of cornerback J.C. Jackson, center Ted Karras, and running back Brandon Bolden.. New England's 76th over pick stems from last year's trade in which the Pats traded the 94th overall pick to the Carolina Panthers in exchange for a 2022 fourth The New England Patriots season is over, and picks 1-18 are set for the 2023 NFL draft. You'll find everything to know about the 2023 NFL Draft. 14 overall, With Jake Baileys likely last game with New England happening in 2022 and Michael Palardy being the disaster he was, the Patriots should be looking for a punter that they can develop long-term. New England is scheduled to pick 14th overall in the 2023 NFL Draft, which would mark Bill Belichick and companys highest selection since 2008 if they dont trade Andrew J. Sign up for the Patriots Wire newsletter to get our top stories in your inbox every morning. Dexter is an interior defensive lineman from Florida who possess elite length, power and agility. Cam Jones (yes, another Jones) fits the bill perfectly. Arizona 4. Typically, the team likes to run multiple tight end sets. They clearly cant rely only on Jakobi Meyers (assuming they re-sign him), but the recent draft history with receivers has been questionable and Im not sure it makes sense to pay a premium to get a veteran. This answer might make you cringe, but hear me out. They currently have eight picks over seven rounds, including five in Rounds 4-6. Odds & lines subject to change. We would appreciate your support by either turning off your adblocker or signing up for our ad-free subscription tier.Thanks for being a reader! Another obvious Patriot pick in this draft is a specialist. 1 overall pick, the Cardinals The first edition of our full seven-round mock draft series can be found here. 47 by a longshot. Forbes has been one of my favorite day two selections every time I go to mock. Jones fits the bill for what the Patriots like in their tacklesbig, strong, athletic, intelligent. The 6-foot-5 Van Ness can play both inside and outside and also contributes on special teams. 192: WR, Jake Bobo, UCLA, Round 6, No. With the Patriots offseason in full swing, a new offensive coordinator in place, and an eye looking toward improving the roster, we have entered mock draft season. Forsyth has played every single position across the offensive front, and Patriots newly-hired offensive line coach Adrian Klemm certainly has inside knowledge on the Oregon center. Regardless of the Patriots taking the two starters from the Buckeyes, Jones projects to be a mauler of a right tackle, and his size is eerily similar to that of Trent Brown, whom he would be replacing. And I think you could get a late second-round pick for Jones right now. Stover is an interesting fit here, as the Patriots on paper should not be drafting a tight end for the next few years. The Bolts have seven draft picks despite sending a 2023 sixth-round selection to the Bears as part of the trade for Khalil Mack. His willingness to assist in the run game could make him an intriguing prospect that could fight for a roster spot next season as the Patriots will be looking for more long-term answers at the position with Jonathan Jones as a pending free agent. Bolden played college football at Alabama first alongside Mac Jones, later under Bill OBrien. The Top 18 picks (non-playoff teams) in the 2023 NFL Draft: 1. Its all a matter of picking the right players at this point. Carolina Panthers 2023 NFL Draft Picks Round 1 Round 2 Round 2 (From San Francisco) Round 3 (From San Francisco) Round 4 Round 4 (From San Francisco) They should be one of the more active teams in the NFL this offseason, as the Patriots project to have over $30 million in salary cap space. Patriots mock draft: OT Broderick Jones, Georgia The Patriots most pressing needs in 2023 are at wide receiver and offensive line. Before free agency, the Patriots top draft needs project to be wide receiver, offensive tackle, linebacker and cornerback. Try a week on us. He will likely impress at the 2022 combine, and may jump higher across the board. Following their Week 18 loss to the Buffalo Bills, the Patriots ended the season with an 8-9 record and missed the playoffs. 2023 NFL Draft Predictions: Cincinnati Bengals Biggest Team Needs https://patriotswire.usatoday.com/lists/way-early-patriots-7-round-2023-mock-draft/, Round 1, Pick No. The NFL season is not quite over, but its never too early for 2023 mock drafts, especially considering how disappointing the 2022 season has been up to this point. Mims projects as the prototypical slot receiver, with great separation. Rashee Rice, SMUs best receiver, has star wideout written all over him. Wild Acquire Former Bruins Forward Ahead Of NHL Trade Deadline, Devin McCourty Shuts Down Mac Jones 'In The Building' Rumors, NFL Prospect Tells Awesome Bill Belichick Story From Shrine Bowl, Draft Prospect Explains What Adrian Klemm Will Bring To Patriots, How Bill Belichick Reacted To Sean Paytons Matt Patricia Comments, Patriots Rank Near Bottom Of NFL In Players Team Report Card. Jones is all of this, and he has less injury concerns coming out than Isaiah Wynn did in 2018. As the offseason rolls towards the new league year (and start of free agency), its time for another seven-round 2023 mock draft, following the Senior and Shrine Bowls. It may be frightening to choose another Georgia offensive tackle in round one. New England is already replacing its right tackle this offseason. There is a chance that he has room to add strength to his frame and could develop into the kind of three-down linebacker the Patriots have been missing for a few years now. Coaching matters so much to quarterbacks. With that being said, Andrews still has a lot left to give, but it is always important to have a true backup center on the roster. (Photo of Bill Belichick: Christian Petersen / Getty Images). The defeat dropped the Patriots to 8-9 and a ninth-place finish in the AFC standings. In the early rounds, theyve retained their original selections in Rounds 1 and 3. He is good in space and can stack defensive backs, getting great separation on the line, while also opening up opportunities for others. This could mean one less option for the receiver-needy Patriots. Over the past three years, the Patriots have missed the playoffs twice, including this year. But the receiver market is difficult. At this point, Jake Moody, the best kicker in the draft, is long gone. The Patriots, as usual, will have plenty of draft capital. The Patriots also have a pair of fourth-round picks and a trio of sixth-round selections. WEEEEEEEEEEEEE!!! 2 receiver on a great offense or the top option for an offense without a great passing game. Jones is a mauler and bully in the run game and should fit nicely in New England. Dexter has more run-stuffing skills than Christian Barmore, who was selected in the second round of the 2021 NFL draft. Sign up for the Patriots Wire newsletter to get our top stories in your inbox every morning. While much of the focus has been on a potential trade-up with the Chicago Bears for the No. Houston sends two picks from the Deshaun Watson trade (Round 3, 2023; Round 1, 2024) and gets a 2023 fifth-rounder back from the Bears to balance the deal. Theres a quick first step for the 6-foot-4, 253-pound player out of Florida. Hes a pure pass-rusher that needs some polish, but his relentlessness and effort make him an intriguing project player in round four. Ads help us pay RotobBaller's award-winning writers as much as possible they are vital to the site's operations and team. Sign up for our newsletter and get every update delivered to your inbox! 14 overall pick in the 2023 NFL Draft.. TCU's Quentin Johnston and USC's Jordan Addison are two popular names often connected to the Patriots in mock drafts, An elite athlete to develop behind some talented pass rushers like Matthew Judon, Christian Barmore and Josh Uche could do wonders for the prospect. Does that lead to improvement from Jones? Patriots projected to receive 3 additional draft picks through NFL compensatory process, Broncos GM shares update on potential Patriots trade target Jerry Jeudy, Report: Patriots to work out free agent wide receiver, former Mac Jones teammate, Slade Bolden, New England Patriots links 03/01/23 - Pats already ahead of 2022; Options abound to build around Mac, Patriots assistant coach DeMarcus Covington receiving heavy praise at NFL Combine. Gambling problem? Iowa defensive end Lukas Van Ness told reporters hed meet with New England on Thursday. New England Patriots 2023 draft should focus on quality, not quantity The focus of the 2023 draft should be quality over quantity. Its easy to blame Patricia and Judge. Here's where Patriots will pick in first round of 2023 NFL Draft, AFC playoff seeding, Wild Card Round matchups set as Patriots lose to Bills, Seattle Seahawks (via Denver Broncos, 5-12), Philadelphia Eagles (via New Orleans Saints, 7-10), Houston Texans (via Cleveland Browns, 7-10). Please check your email for a confirmation. Another year, another NFL Draft where the New England Patriots are expected to take a wide receiver in Round 1. Round 4, Pick No. New England is getting some help at the wideout spot. Terms at draftkings.com/sportsbook. 4th round (Comp. Paris Johnson Jr. is a true left tackle that could immediately solve all of the Patriots offensive line issues. If it does, hes the quarterback in 2024, too. The Patriots projected current draft capital includes: 1st round, 14th overall. 47: Gervon Dexter, DT, Florida, Round 3, Pick No. Instead, I think youll see Belichick bring in a punter to compete with Bailey during training camp, then pick the better of the two. Sure did. 6th Round: Comp Pick (Connor Williams) 6th Round: Comp Pick (Cedrick Wilson) 7th Round: Approximately No. So what better time to do our first official mock draft than now? He has the size and length to be an excellent outside corner and is probably the best ball-hawk in the draft. 14 pick The Patriots loss to the Bills moved them to the 14th spot in the 2023 Draft. Chicago. Round 1, Pick No. What are your thoughts? And the trade options at least the obvious ones arent inspiring. 109: C, Olusegun Oluwatimi, Michigan, Round 6, Pick No. Hes probably an awesome No. The Texas Tech edge rusher is The Patriots double dip like no other, and last year, they did the same with similar pick positions. Even after spending last years first-round pick on guard Cole Strange, New England has to improve their offensive line this offseason. 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