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James Develin Debunks Idea Of Patriots Tanking In 2020 For Top-Five Draft Pick

We’re sure by now you’ve heard the ideas of the New England Patriots tanking in the 2020 season in order to acquire a top-five draft pick.

But if you ask the newly retired James Develin, he doesn’t think that’s the case whatsoever, noting the team is “all about winning” during an appearance on WEEI’s “Dale & Keefe” on Friday.

“I don’t think so,” he said, as transcribed by WEEI’s Ryan Hannable. “I think one of the biggest things about the Patriots organization is everyone is focused on winning. It’s all about winning, it’s all about improving the team no matter what the cost.