Former First-Round Pick is Patriots' Biggest Defensive Sleeper

Jun 10, 2025; Foxborough, MA, USA; New England Patriots linebacker K'Lavon Chaisson (44) runs through a drill during minicamp held in the WIN Field House at Gillette Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Eric Canha-Imagn Images / Eric Canha-Imagn ImagesThe New England Patriots have overhauled their defense this offseason, clearly taking note of the significant slippage the unit displayed in 2024.

The Patriots paid special attention to addressing their pass rush, which makes perfect sense considering New England ranked last in the NFL with just 28 sacks last season.

While Harold Landry and Milton Williams were certainly the most prominent additions along that front, there is another acquistion no one…