With the 50th overall pick in the second round, the New England Patriots selected wide receiver Tyquan Thornton
Known for being a speedy wide receiver at Baylor, Thornton will have a chance to prove himself, as New England looks to add depth to the wide receiver room. With his playmaking ability, the rookie could find himself an integral part of the offense throughout the course of his Patriots career.
In a star-studded draft class, Thornton flew a bit under the radar for media and fans alike. Today, we take a look at four things you need to know about the Patriots newest second-round pick
He was one of the fastest receivers in college football and was the fasted wideout at the NFL combine
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Thornton was one of the fastest wide receivers at the NFL Combine.