The Patriots can craft a plan heading into the NFL Draft, but the reality is that their fate will largely depend upon what the Chicago Bears and Washington Commanders do at No. 1 and No. 2, respectively.
NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport reported Sunday that it would take a “historic haul” for the Bears to trade out of No. 1. Rapoport indicated it’s “likely” the Bears will select USC quarterback Caleb Williams and trade QB Justin Fields.
Colleague Mike Garafolo then noted that the Commanders are expected to “check in” with the Bears to see if trading up to No.