Author: John Sarianides

Patriots place versatility above all else in drafting Andrews, Sow and Mafi

May 2, 2023
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When it comes to offensive lineman, the Patriots value versatility more than any other franchise in the NFL. That is why they drafted three offensive lineman on Saturday who can play multiple positions. Versatility along the offensive line is extremely important in today’s NFL. Teams usually carry anywhere from seven to eight offensive lineman in a game. You need to have guys who can play multiple positions. Guards who can……

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Patriots add some much needed length to their secondary

May 1, 2023
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The Patriots went long at cornerback in this weekend’s NFL Draft. They drafted three cornerbacks over six feet tall. On Thursday night they drafted cornerback Christian Gonzalez out of Oregon with their first round pick. The 6-1 197 pound Gonzalez is a true boundary corner, something that the Patriots have lacked the last three years. All of the Patriots great defenses through the years have had a big corner on……

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Malik Cunningham will be the latest undrafted free agent to make the Patriots. Here’s why

April 30, 2023
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The Patriots wasted no time signing undrafted free agent quarterback Malik Cunningham to a contract after the draft ended. Cunningham’s deal was first reported by NFL Network’s Tom Pelissero and Doug Kyed of A to Z Sports. The deal is noteworthy because it is the largest contract the Patriots have ever offered an undrafted free agent. Cunningham’s deal included a $30,000 signing bonus and $200,000 in total guarantees. That’s a……

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Patriots Draft: Scouting Report on CB Isaiah Bolden

April 29, 2023
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With their last pick in the 2023 draft, the Patriots selected Jackson State cornerback and kick returner Isaiah Bolden. Bolden had recently visited with the team. Initially, the thought was the Patriots would prioritize him as a priority free agent but they decided rather than risk competing for him, they drafted him with a seven round pick. Here is my scouting report on Isaiah Bolden https://youtu.be/Qjnc0IRoszU Isaiah Bolden, CB, 6-2……

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Patriots Draft: Scouting Report on CB Ameer Speed

April 29, 2023
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The Patriots drafted the appropriately named Ameer Speed with their final pick of the sixth round. He ran a 4.33 forty yard dash at his pro day at 6-3 209. He has primarily played special teams in five years at Georgia and Michigan State but he has sub package potential as a boundary corner. Here is my scouting report on Ameer Speed. It will be brief as there isn’t much……

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Patriots Draft: Scouting Report on WR Demario Douglas

April 29, 2023
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The Patriots used another sixth round pick on a wide receiver. This time they draft Liberty slot receiver Demario Douglas. Douglas is a speedy, big play receiver who racked up 172 receptions for 2,193 yards and 16 touchdowns in four years. He also returns kicks which adds to his value. Here is my scouting report on Demario Douglas. https://youtu.be/AYFijxDlAfE Demario Douglas, WR, 5-8 179, Liberty Hands: Douglas has consistent hands…….

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Patriots Draft: Scouting Report on WR Kayshon Boutte

April 29, 2023
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A former five star recruit who burst into the scene in 2020. Scored 14 touchdowns between 2020 and 2021. Tailed off last season catching 48 passes for 538 yards and 2 touchdowns. Struggled to get on the same page with new coach Brian Kelly and had some off field issues as well. Here is my scouting report on Kayshon Boutte. https://youtu.be/HhLZ8lYWdSs Kayshon Boutte, WR, 5-11 195 Hands: Boutte has good……

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Patriots Draft: Scouting Report on OG Atonio Mafi

April 29, 2023
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A former defensive tackle and rugby player, Mafi only played guard for one season at UCLA. He started 13 games last season and earned an invite to the East-West Shrine Bowl where he was coached by the Patriots staff. Here is my scouting report on Atonio Mafi. https://youtu.be/OHDBTTUtgMs Atonio Mafi, OG, 6-2 329 UCLA Initial Quicks: Comes off the ball with good quickness for his size. Plays with good bend……

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