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Early mock draft gifts Patriots the weapon their defense sorely needs

The NFL trade deadline hasn't even hit yet, but scouts and fans alike are already excited about what their respective teams might do in the draft next season.

The New England Patriots have been excellent to start 2025, and it seems their days of picking in the top five are over; now 5-2 and atop the AFC East standings, they're currently slotted for 29th overall pick in the 2026 draft order, entering Week 8.

Over the past few years, the team has filled some of its most important positions through free agency and the draft.