Patriots UDFA Tracker

April 25, 2026

The Patriots paid Kyle Dixon over $250,000 in guaranteed money to sign. Following the conclusion of the 2026 NFL Draft, the New England Patriots were aggressive in the undrafted free-agent market, prioritizing offensive depth and athletic upside. Here is a recap of the newest additions to the roster: TE Tanner Arkin (Illinois): Tanner Arkin joins the Patriots’ tight end room after providing a reliable, physical presence for the Fighting Illini….

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‘Business as usual’ for Patriots despite Vrabel’s absence

April 25, 2026

Image courtesy of The New England Patriots It was just another third day of the draft for the Patriots on Saturday. Sure, head coach Mike Vrabel wasn’t there as he continues to deal with his personal issue, but as far as operationally and communication wise, both Eliot Wolf and Ryan Cowden said it was business as usual inside the New Balance Athletics Center. “Yeah, our focus – Mike and the…

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NEFJ Scouting Report on RB Jam Miller

April 25, 2026

Jamarion “Jam” Miller, RB School: Alabama HT:5’10” WT: 211 lbs Jam Miller arrived at Alabama as a highly-touted four-star recruit from Tyler Legacy High School in Texas, where he set school records with nearly 5,000 career rushing yards and 65 touchdowns. At Alabama, he spent his first two seasons providing depth behind future NFL talent before stepping into a primary rotational role during his junior and senior campaigns. Known for…

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NEFJ Scouting Report on Behren Morton, QB, Texas Tech

April 25, 2026

Behren Morton, Quarterback School: Texas Tech HT: 6’2 1/8 WT: 221 lbs Behren Morton is a native of Eastland, Texas, whose football journey is deeply rooted in West Texas grit. The son of a legendary high school coach, Morton grew up as a ball boy in Lubbock before eventually leading his father’s Eastland program. A highly touted recruit, he chose to stay home at Texas Tech, where he overcame early…

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Patriots keep it local with Quintayvious Hutchins as final pick

April 25, 2026

Image courtesy of BC Athletics Quintayvious Hutchins didn’t think he was getting the call. As the NFL Draft wound down, Hutchins admittedly was dejected. Then, a familiar area code changed everything. The Patriots took the five-year Boston College edge rusher with the 247th pick in the seventh round, just 10 slots away from the end of the line. “Yeah, well, it’s been a saying since the draft started of how,…

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NEFJ Scouting Report on Namdi Obiazor

April 25, 2026

Namdi Obiazor, OLB School: TCU HT: 6’3” WT: 225 lbs Namdi Obiazor is a versatile, high-motor defender who transitioned from safety to linebacker during his collegiate career, showcasing a modern hybrid profile. Originally a walk-on at Akron before transferring to TCU, Obiazor’s path is defined by a relentless work ethic and an ability to adapt to multiple roles within a defense. He became a focal point of the Horned Frogs’…

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NEFJ Scouting Report on Dametrious Crownover, OT, Texas A&M

April 25, 2026

Dametrious Crownover, OT HT: 6’7 1/4″ WT: 319 lbs School: Texas A&M Dametrious Crownover is a towering offensive line prospect who transitioned from tight end early in his collegiate career, bringing unique developmental upside to the tackle position. A massive frame with elite length, he has spent the last few seasons refining his technique under high-level SEC coaching. While still growing into his technical floor, Crownover possesses the rare physical…

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NEFJ Scouting Report on Karon Prunty, CB, Wake Forest

April 25, 2026

Karon Prunty, CB HT: 6’2″ WT: 192 lbs School: Wake Forest Karon Prunty is an experienced, long-limbed cornerback who concluded his collegiate career as a standout for Wake Forest. Known for his “savvy” playstyle and high football IQ, Prunty brings a veteran presence to the secondary with over 40 career starts across multiple programs. He possesses the prototypical length that professional scouts covet in a boundary corner, combined with track-validated…

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The Patriots have drafted three players who played at one school. That’s not a coincidence

April 25, 2026

The Patriots have drafted three players through two days of the NFL Draft and all three of them have one thing in common. All three played at one school. Something that would not have mattered five years ago but it is important in today’s ever changing football landscape. The transfer portal has changed the game of college football and the impact of it is now permeating into the NFL. We…

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NEFJ Scouting Report on Eli Raridon, TE, Notre Dame

April 25, 2026

Eli Raridon, TE HT: 6’6 1/8 WT: 245 lbs School: Notre Dame Eli Raridon is a towering, athletic tight end prospect who has overcome early-career injury hurdles to emerge as one of the most physically imposing targets in the nation. Standing at a legitimate 6’6″, he offers an elite frame and massive catch radius that makes him a natural mismatch against linebackers and smaller defensive backs. A former standout basketball…

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