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Patriots, in search of QB depth, could find one beyond NFL draft's first round

FOXBOROUGH, Mass. -- When University of Florida quarterback Kyle Trask went through his pro day last week, New England Patriots offensive coordinator Josh McDaniels was present to watch his every move.

McDaniels' on-site visit served up an important reminder that the team's scouting at the game's most important position is going much deeper than top 2021 NFL draft prospects Trevor Lawrence, Zach Wilson, Justin Fields, Trey Lance and Mac Jones. Scheduled to pick at No. 15 overall, it's more likely the Patriots will wind up with a second-tier prospect at the position -- unless they trade up.