The New England Patriots are embracing change ahead of the 2023 NFL Draft. According to sources, the Patriots are eyeing two prospects at pick No. 14 (NESN NFL Insider). While there were rumors of a potential trade, the Patriots decided to select quarterback Mac Jones in the first round of the draft (Sports Illustrated). However, the Patriots are also reportedly interested in drafting Will Levis (Sports Illustrated).
The Patriots have also been busy outside of the draft. In a surprising move, they traded their first-round pick to the Pittsburgh Steelers for picks 17 and 120 (Sports Illustrated). With their new pick at 17, the Patriots have selected Oregon cornerback Christian Gonzalez (BREAKING! Patriots Select Oregon CB Christian Gonzalez With 17th Pick – NFL Draft Tracker).
This year’s draft is just another chapter in the Patriots’ story of always looking towards the future. Tom E. Curran and Phil Perry lead NBC Sports Boston’s coverage of the New England Patriots, and they provide in-depth analysis of the team’s draft strategy (NBC Sports).
As the Patriots continue to rebuild, fans always have their eyes on the future. Season ticket holders were thrilled to see the Patriots select Gonzalez, and their live reaction was captured on video (Yahoo Sports WATCH: Patriots season ticket holders’ live reaction to Christian Gonzalez draft pick).
Overall, the Patriots are making smart moves and drafting high-potential players for the coming seasons. Only time will tell whether their new additions will lead them back to the top of the NFL standings.
