The New England Patriots have had an inconsistent pass rush in 2017, so it’s clear that they need a boost at the position. But there’s a legitimate question of whether the need is important enough to address in the draft, or could be resolved simply by having players on the injured reserve getting healthy again.
That question is addresses in ESPN’s Mel Kiper’s latest mock draft as he gives the Patriots another pass rusher in the first round.
32. New England Patriots: Rasheem Green, DE, USC
Green was absolutely unblockable in the second half of the season, finishing with 10 sacks and 12.