With the exception of quarterback Drake Maye, the New England Patriots’ 2024 draft class was mostly quiet during its rookie season. There were some promising moments from its other seven members, but all in all there is plenty of room for improvement.
That is particularly true at wide receiver, where neither second-rounder Ja’Lynn Polk nor fourth-rounder Javon Baker contributed in any meaningful way. As a result, both are under quite a bit of pressure heading into 2025. Not only did they disappoint last year, they also need to prove to a new coaching staff that they are worthy of being kept around.