Fansided · Mar 4
Patriots' brilliant NFL Draft plan is already expected to backfire
Feb 25, 2026; Indianapolis, IN, USA; New England Patriots coach Mike Vrabel speaks during the NFL Scouting Combine at the Indiana Convention Center. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images | Kirby Lee-Imagn ImagesAfter spending the most money in free agency last offseason by a mile, the Patriots chose to stockpile draft picks in 2026 to address their roster holes further. It completely fits the approach Mike Vrabel wants to take with the team, and they have a good opportunity to accomplish that with this year's class.
Although they're selecting much later in the first round than they have in recent years, their biggest needs are at deep positions, which certainly works in their favor.
