If the New England Patriots had made the bold decision to hire Ben Johnson they might have added a lot of offensive weaponry for Drake Maye via the 2025 NFL Draft. Instead, they hired Mike Vrabel. Now New England needs to bolster their defensive options to take full advantage of their new coach's talents. That does not mean New England's front office will completely ignore their offensive needs. Finding more offensive line talent to protect Maye is still an offseason priority. Vrabel's hiring does mean that the majority of the Patriots' premium picks will be designed to upgrade a defense that desperately needs playmakers and more versatility. New England does have the benefit of an extra third-round pick to work with. Here's how Rounds 1-3 should play out for the Patriots.
Marshall
Colorado
William & Mary
UCLA