NFL Draft – New England Football Journal®

Patriots Draft: Patriots sign 8 of their 11 draft picks and 16 undrafted free agents

May 9, 2025

The Patriots announced that they have signed rookie wide receiver Kyle Williams, center Jared Wilson, defensive tackle Joshua Farmer, EDGE, Bradyn Swinson, kicker Andy Borregales, offensive tackle Marcus Bryant, long snapper Julian Ashby and cornerback Kobee Minor. The Patriots also signed undrafted rookie free agents: Guard Cole Birdow, wide receivers Demeer Blankumsee and Efton Chism III, guard Jack Conley, cornerback Brandon Crossley, tight end C.J. Dippre, fullback Brock Lampe, runnimg……

Patriots Draft: Scouting Report on Joshua Farmer, DT, 6’3 1/4 305, Florida St.

April 26, 2025

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A two year starter who is ideally suited to play the three technique defensive tackle in a 40 front. He has good length, he is quick twitch and displays good short area quickness on tape. Here is our scouting report on Joshua Farmer. Vs. Run – A true one gap penetrator who gets off the snap quick and resets the line of scrimmage. Can stack and shed single blocks and……

Patriots Draft: Scouting Report on Craig Woodson, S, 6’0 200, Cal

April 26, 2025

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The Patriots selected safety Criag Woodson from Cal. Woodson was a three year starter for the Bears. Woodson has range and can play in all three levels of the defense, especially in three safety packages. His speed and ability to match up in man coverage make him a true center fielder. M/M Coverage – Smooth in his movements. Fast. Woodson can screw down and match up on a receiver, running……

Patriots Draft: 21 potential Day 3 targets for the Patriots

April 26, 2025

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The Patriots have six picks on Saturday. Here are 21 players that they could potentially draft. Jack Sawyer, EDGE, Ohio State: Sawyer plays with a high motor and is a leader. He offers scheme versatility in that he can come off the edge and play off the ball. It is the laziest comp in the world, but he reminds me of Mike Vrabel who was drafted in the third round……

Meet your local NFL Draft prospects: Arsheen Jiles, CB, UMass

April 24, 2025

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UMass cornerback Arsheen Jiles has had an interesting path to the NFL. After a decorated career at Sacred Heart, Jiles transferred to URI before transferring to UMass. Jiles profiles as a nickel or dime corner who can also play field corner. He has above average coverage skills and ball skills. Jiles finished his career with 5 career interceptions and 94 career tackles. Get to know cornerback Arsheen Jiles. NEFJ: When…

Meet your local NFL Draft prospects: Cole Birdow, OT, Merrimack

April 24, 2025

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Cole Birdow started his career at Old Dominion as a defensive lineman before transferring to Merrimack where he was converted to an offensive tackle by former coach Dan Curran. Meet Merrimack offensive lineman Cole Birdow. NEFJ: When did you start playing football? CB: ” I started playing football when I was 5 years old and fell in love with the game since then.” NEFJ: What do you love about the…

Patriots Draft: Translating what Mike Vrabel said at his pre-draft presser

April 17, 2025

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Q: With the draft a week or so away, I was curious if you have received many, if any, calls from teams looking to move up to number four? MV: Well, I’d say it’s probably a little early for that. In my experience, probably a little early for those conversations. A lot of those happen next week as we get a little closer to the draft. I think there’s still……

Breaking down the workouts of each of the Boston College Pro Day participants

March 25, 2025

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Image courtesy of Sophie Weller CHESTNUT HILL: It was a packed house at Boston College on Monday morning as all 32 NFL teams had scouts and talent evaluators on hand to watch one of the deepest groups of Eagles workout in a long time. Like the scouts, we evaluated the players as well. Here is our evaluation of their performance and if they help their draft status. Kam Arnold, LB:……

Patriots Draft: Players to watch in the national championship game

January 20, 2025

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The national championship game features the Notre Dame Fighting Irish and the Ohio State Buckeyes. There are several players to keep an eye on for the Patriots in the draft. Here players to watch for both teams. Specially players that fit the Patriots and what they will like to do. Notre Dame Riley Leonard, QB, 6-4 216: Leonard is a good athlete and has been more of a runner than……

New England Prospects UDFA and Rookie Camp Invite List

April 28, 2024

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The following players have either signed as undrafted free agent or have been invited to rookie mini camps. The list will be updated as we get more information. Jalen Coker, WR, Carolina Panthers (HC) UDFA Lorenzo Thompson, OT, Cleveland Browns (URI) UDFA Kyle Hergel, G, New Orleans Saints (B.C) UDFA Ayir Asante (Formally HC), New York Giants UDFA Mason Tipton, WR, New Orleans Saints (Yale) UDFA David Satkowski, G, Chicago…

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