How will Patriots' third-round pick Caedan Wallace fit in?

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FOXBOROUGH, Mass. -- Quick-hit thoughts and notes around the New England Patriots and NFL:

1. LT of future? The Patriots seemed to take an unconventional approach in the NFL draft when they selected Penn State offensive tackle Caedan Wallace in the third round (No. 68 overall).

Their greatest need along the line was at left tackle. Earlier this offseason, they re-signed starting right tackle Mike Onwenu to a three-year, $57 million deal. And the 6-foot-4, 314-pound Wallace, in 40 career collegiate starts, played all but six of his snaps on the right side.

The Patriots are banking on Wallace being able to flip sides, adding a layer of risk to the pick because there's…