"Finding a centerpiece of the future pass rush, especially one with the alignment versatility of Carter, would change the pass rush dynamics for Mayo and the Patriots.” The post New NFL mock draft has Patriots taking a pass-rusher with No.

Travis Hunter is the best player on the 2025 NFL draft board. He’s the 2024 Heisman Trophy winner and a surefire playmaker at both cornerback and receiver. The Patriots would be selecting him for his receiver skills in hopes of adding a major offensive weapon to the roster.

Tennessee’s front office may have reasoned that Will Levis could answer their litany of quarterback issues. That no longer appears to be the case after he was benched in favor of backup Mason Rudolph.