The biggest news in the NFL came from the New England Patriots when they decided to part ways with head coach Bill Belichick as the head coach. Owner Bob Kraft decided the team needed to go in a new direction to right the ship and so we felt like it was the perfect time to update our Patriots seven-round mock draft. Jerod Mayo is the new head coach in New England and we think he’s going to want to put his stamp on the franchise right away.
With a new head coach, a new quarterback must follow but this mock was about more than just drafting a quarterback and we opted to try and fill as many holes on this roster as possible and still land a potential franchise quarterback.
First round - WR Marvin Harrison Jr., Ohio State
We could have gone with quarterback Jayden Daniels here and not thought twice about it but Marvin Harrison Jr. is a generational talent at receiver no matter who is playing quarterback.
Second round - QB J.J. McCarthy, Michigan
The Patriots did pretty well the last time they brought in a Michigan quarterback so why not try again? McCarthy is an excellent prospect and very pro-ready.
Third round - OT Kingsley Suamatala, BYU
The Patriots could be losing Trent Brown and we love the high ceiling and all-around game of Kingsley Suamatala.
Fourth round - DT McKinnley Jackson, Texas A&M
Defensive tackle isn’t a top need but when McKinnley Jackson was on the board in the fourth round he was just too good to pass up. Jackson is a powerful run-stuffer who fits the Patriots defense perfectly.
Fifth round - CB Max Melton, Rutgers
Max Melton is a smart, aggressive zone specialist who is a year away from being an NFL starting cornerback.
Sixth round - RB Tahj Brooks, Texas Tech
Brooks is a powerful, low pad level runner with excellent burst. He needs NFL coaching to run with more discipline but he’s got impressive physical tools.
Seventh round - EDGE Brian Ugwu, Miami (OH)
A high-motor defender who works very hard whether it’s in run support or as a pass rusher. Very smart and coachable with lots of upside.
