Mock Draft extravaganza! Mike Vrabel gives Drake Maye a BEAST in the first round | Next Pats Podcast

[@MandM_3]

Watching and listening to Phil calms my soul, lol. Dudes the best in the boston sports industry

[@justinvigeant3639]

@@MandM_3 100% agree

[@SeaBee18]

@@justinvigeant3639 110% agree

[@1Learn2Swim3]

​@@SeaBee18110.1% agree

[@SeaBee18]

@ 😂Whoa! Now you're going too far!!

[@user-sg6qk9mg6b]

Dude, he is saying to draft a guard at number 4. He's a moron

[@williamveasey6801]

Will Johnson is a 6'2 205 cb who runs in the 4.3's. He's the best selection for the number 4 pick. Not what most people want but he's a great talent. This is based on Carter and Hunter being gone.

[@philperry3788]

Don't disagree that he should be in the conversation!

[@tonystarks7722]

Will johnson that boy, or mason graham

[@ryangregoire3719]

10000% agree.. Gonzo and Johnson gives us 2 big athletic smart corners that can play man or zone.. Actually would give our team some sort of identity to build on for the next 8 plus years.. I want Will Johnson at 4 unless we can trade back with Vegas and get a boat load of picks

[@tonystarks7722]

@ryangregoire3719 facts if u looking to get a corner , then let it be will johsnon not travis hunter

[@mikethomas4628]

They need to prioritize protecting Drake Maye gotta fix that line it’s a mess

[@HookemAllDay527]

KELVIN BANKS is the best tackle in the draft. Been a starter since day one. Only 1 sack allowed in his entire career. STUPID athleticism especially in the screen and zone run game. I watched him man handle will Anderson Jr as a freshman. Not to mention he won the Lombardi and Outland Trophy. Campbell is NOT better than banks at any level. He’s just taller. Take banks and trade up to get egbuka at WR .

[@tedtucholski-u2w]

I agree with Banks. Egbuka is not obtainable by trading up. How would you do that, what's the trade up package???

[@Joelappsidedown]

I hate how these folks stay focused on someone's height .. it's a echo chamber in here on that .. best performance is the deciding element..but these guys will say ooh no he's not over 6'2" can't take him .. yes he out performed every player on the o line but he's not tall ...enough ..gtfo.

[@philperry3788]

Respect your opinion!

[@oldernu1250]

He passes the eye test. Very determined blocker: “You will not pass!”

[@cameronjohnson7347]

Thoughts on Conerly from Oregon? I like Banks and Conerly over Campbell but that’s just me

[@davidtaylor6980]

Phil. Who's your 1990s cable access set designer?

[@36ELGALAN]

😂

[@neglky]

😂😂😂

[@philperry3788]

Hey Randy Moss' arm takes offense to that!!! Digital boards were like 15 years away in the 90s!!!!

[@_FMSL_]

Sign a left tackle in free agency and draft Abdul Carter

[@philperry3788]

If he's there, I agree.

[@kyleparfait61]

Free agency will be fascinating for the Pats, not just because of who they get, but because of how the mock drafts will shift at the top based on who the other top picking teams acquire.

[@philperry3788]

Nooooo doubt

[@timothypatch5080]

If Carter isn’t there I’m sorry I’m taking Tet, if those two “tackles” are guards that is a very bad look

[@TheDynamicDuo8]

You blow

[@sethmain2313]

Only bad teams draft WRs in the top 5, especially WRs that would have been late 1st round picks in last year's draft

[@timothypatch5080]

@@TheDynamicDuo8 lol they’ll blow if they take Will Campbell and he’s a guard

[@timothypatch5080]

@@sethmain2313 what would you do then and news flash they are a bad team

[@sethmain2313]

@@timothypatch5080 1) Carter 2) Hunter 3) Will Campbell 4) Mason Graham are my preferences. I'd only take Tet, Luther or Emeka if we trade back first. Vrabel said he's going to focus on the OL and we need to protect Drake first and foremost

[@edbrit4893]

Finally, a Boston commentator/analyst/writer who recognizes LT is #1 need!!

[@JayR-js2kx]

Except he drafted a Guard.

[@owen6114]

Campbell doesn't have the size or arm length

[@jahmanglass5]

This dude is always at the stadium ! He lives pats reporting !! Best pats reporter there is ! Phill is a big guy he looks average on here but if you see him in person he's pretty jacked probably could be a TE 😂😂😂 !!

[@DMKFACTOR]

Unfortunately Campbell projects better as a guard. His weakness is also pass protection! That won’t work. Mason Graham would be a much better pick. He is an elite run stopper, and has the skills to develop into good pass rusher too. Terrell Williams was the Dline coach for the Lions. Go listen to what Aiden Hitchinson said about him!

[@thomasjgour4678]

Nah, we should trade down a few spots and hope for Carter or graham to still be there, 2nd pick go ot

[@justinmurray1343]

Lfgggg Phil at his best!!!! Thanks Phil appreciate all the hard work. Thanks for the great content while the season is over

[@philperry3788]

Thanks for watching, Justin!

[@ryano952]

I love it. Campbell has a high floor, definite reliable starter which we desperately need

[@scull-crusherstudios1168]

You’re the MAN Phil! 👍

[@philperry3788]

YOU ahhhhh!!

[@chrismurphy5787]

I think that scenario works in our favor. If there's one of the two QB's available the Jets might want to leap frog the Raiders for Sanders. Or the Raiders might panic and move up. It won't get us 4 #1 picks but it could get us a few day 2 picks and this draft is loaded in defense. It's not bad in the OL as phil has 9 coming off the board in the first round. So we trade back and still get a T and then we can build a lot with say 6 top 100 picks.

[@JayR-js2kx]

This is the ideal scenario

[@philperry3788]

Maybe. Just not sure teams are going to be clamoring for these QBs the way the Niners, for example, were clamoring for Trey Lance.

[@chrismurphy5787]

@@philperry3788 Yeah. My scenario is based on dumb franchises reacting desperately. But worst case scenario we are getting a freak lineman who will help next year. He's reads the game like a good QB. Sure he might eventually end up inside due to arm length, but he is going to be a great lineman

[@GregOConnor-y1o]

Completely agree. His analysis is wrong

[@robertmacdonald7829]

Phill you are the best reporter in Boston. Thank you. Campbell should be our pick at 4.

[@DeanMatthews-i8p]

Campbell is going to be a great tackle in the NFL. I could give a crap what critics say. If we listen to them we wouldn’t have Drake Maye. Just watch the tape on Campbell he is a bad dude at left tackle. He’s just a junior can only get better. I’m fine with this pick. If not him CB out of Michigan.

[@philperry3788]

Very young and I think that matters, Dean. Thanks for chiming in.

[@ObiWansDeathsticks]

My favorite OL in this draft is Wyatt Milum from WVU. And unlike the top 2 guys, he’s a TRUE Offensive Tackle.

[@smirkHD]

How is he a true offensive tackle. He has the same or shorter arms than will Campbell. Easy research

[@philperry3788]

Really interesting player. Lots to like.

[@ObiWansDeathsticks]

@@smirkHD arm length alone isnt a deciding factor. I don’t focus on the underware olympics, I focus on film. And, in my opinion, his film shows he translates to Tackle at the next level where Will Campbell shows he’s more of a guard. Theres plenty of successful OT’s with shorter arms.

[@oldernu1250]

Possible, but looks raw. Day two?

[@ObiWansDeathsticks]

@@oldernu1250 I think we could get him at 38.

[@IntimatePanda]

Thanks again, Phil 👊

[@philperry3788]

Thank you, IP!

[@azrielmyangel]

No, I absolutely love it. Because for the last 4 seasons, I've been screaming to fix the oline. Hell, last season, I would've traded back last season to start the oline rebuild because I knew Joe Milton would be available in the latter part of the draft. And to be fair, Milton looked pretty good in season debut

[@elliottom906]

The one thing about Will Campbell that I really love is that he was given the number 7 at LSU, which is legendary. Of course he couldn’t wear it on the field, but it is still something that I think should be considered, especially the reasoning behind it. Maybe he’s not a tackle, but may become the best offensive lineman of this draft

[@philperry3788]

Agreed!

[@wesmckenna8287]

If Hunter and Carter are gone I’m taking McMillan. If you can trade back Simmons from Ohio, his knee will be ready by OTA’s.

[@philperry3788]

Not a bad plan.

[@ericpowers6509]

@@wesmckenna8287 I keep saying this all along. He will be the next Megatron.

[@purrsnickety8269]

The thing i don't like about Tet is that he seems to get bullied by smaller corners a lot. I don't want another N'Keal Harry...a big ass WR that acts like he's 5'9 175.

[@ericpowers6509]

@@purrsnickety8269 Vrabel will Coach that out of him

[@florianguski3652]

We Need to Built the Lines. No More Receivers early, sign or Trade dont draft one

[@macpicks6188]

would mason graham be that bad if abdul or hunter aren't there, If not him I'd prefer tet. I don't want to take a guard at 4

[@thomasjgour4678]

I would take carter or graham, travis is great but ithink we need trenches more

[@philperry3788]

I get it. I feel the same way about a DT, honestly.

[@FenwayJoe7129]

Mason Graham is a great choice. Cannot go wrong with that.

[@aidanroche8586]

love hearing your thoughts on other teams

[@steveclark8519]

John Hannah was fourth pick in 1973 draft one of Best players in patriots history!

[@philperry3788]

Sure was~!

[@zeppelinmexicano]

Campbell's lack of arm length didn't seem to stop him for his three years in the SEC. He sounds like a keeper, a perfect fit, except for one metric that may end up being meaningless if he's a player.

[@thomasramsay5093]

Will Campbell is the best olineman in the class and a dawg

[@Itach_17]

Doesn’t mean he deserves to go 4, Abdul is a better player. We can trade for OL and draft and build those

[@DrigoArtsFX]

Who will most likely be a guard in the NFL... NO THANKS.

[@owen6114]

Too bad he's a guard and we need two tackles

[@JayR-js2kx]

Drafting Campbell would be similar value to the pick of Cole Strange. Even if Campbell has borderline arm length, which is the best case scenario for him, he's not even the best OT in the draft. Banks has the arm length, athletic skills, anchor AND was objectively better than Campbell all season.

[@spiderman23315]

Will Campbell is a over reach draft pick most mocks got him falling out the top 10 and you want us to take him at 4. This fanbase the reason we have no talent

[@JBrankles]

There’s no value in the second round for WR. However, there happens to be a LOT of second round value at OL. The OL in the first round also happen to have lower ceilings than in previous years. If Carter and Hunter are off the board at 4, Tet is the easy choice.

[@philperry3788]

Generally speaking, that's not the case. Tackles, like QBs, tend to climb the closer we get to the draft. This isn't a loaded tackle class. May have more legit backups than normal on Day 2. But starting-caliber tackles? Maybe. But historically that's wishful thinking. And this class isn't loaded with high-end talent at that position.

[@JBrankles]

@ I hear what your saying, but our offensive line is HORRENDOUS, any improvements will make our line much better. Plus there’s a couple of free agents we could get. The free agents at WR aren’t generational talents like Tet will be (unless you include Hill and I think it’s very unlikely that we’ll land him at this moment)

[@mccarthyjeffrey]

Phil, always a terrific show....clearly we need more talent...we have one or two (likely) elite players (Gonzo and Maye) and we need stud tackle and we need a OT (left and/or right) and a pass rusher .....so I believe we grab one of those needs in Free agency (OT) and then the second in round 1 (really hoping we get Carter). That gives us 4 Elite players and then use round round 2 ,3, 3 to do a major upgrade on WR, DL, LB and hope we get a little lucky. If we get lucky...we are off to the races

[@BlockchainBreakthru]

Would rather take graham or will Johnson just because they are better talents

[@philperry3788]

Both should be in the conversation for sure.

[@damienfallon8980]

If there is a chance Campbell is a guard I would take McMillian

[@Rockdog9809]

BUST.

[@philperry3788]

Fair enough!

[@octolax4803]

I dont care love the Will Cambel pick guard or not we need great players on that o-line

[@DJ-op6jt]

Great job Phil as always. So I really don't want to pick a tackle at #4, but I do understand the reasoning on this patriots roster, and this draft position we just may have to go with the need., But how about Ronnie Stanley free agent for a year or two, or perhaps Wyatt Milum in the second, freeing up pick 4 to get better value.

[@philperry3788]

Getting an OT in FA is critical. IMO.

[@timothypatch5080]

Will Campbell has 32 inch arms the only tackles that are good with short arms in the league are Rashawn Slater and Kelvin Beachum they measure in at 33 inches… you’re literally hoping that Will Campbell goes against everything people know about tackles and saying this one guy with shorter arms than anyone else will still be good, I’m not taking that risk take Tet MacMillan, you know he’s good, how good who knows but he will impact right away and you aren’t taking a guard 4 overall

[@brandonalpern5533]

Yet at 4 is ignornant . Trade down to 7-10 and get a second or third

[@timothypatch5080]

@ and take who 7-10?

[@philperry3788]

Joe Thuney is doing pretty well at LT with 32-inch arms. And I don't think we have official measurements on WC just yet. Let's see!

[@babyface76]

Phil check out Caleb Etiene OT from BYU. He's not really talked about, but if he tests well at combine I could see him being a day 2 pick. 6'8 325 lb mauler can play either LT or RT.

[@richwhitman8115]

Comparing Will Johnson foot injury (who’s already back training) with Benjamin Morrison hip injury is wild.

[@bobbykonis5783]

Really like the Will Campbell pick Do you have the link with his interview with Brandon Thorn

[@ryanmajor5800]

Will Cambell would be a win with a small trade back. Need DE in round 2 that's the sweet spot in this draft. Its veggie season!

[@philperry3788]

Edge looks pretty deep. And DT. Good places to target on Day 2, I think.

[@Joelappsidedown]

Phil is normally my favorite media guy on patriots ..I see him as fair and honest and super cordial.. that being said the trade down from 3rd last year should've been done and later in the draft just select 2 rookie Qbs .. just so happened Joe Milton seems to have been a Jared Mayo pick ..that hit Wolfe and the krafts were behaving desperate and forced the Drake maye pick ..and teams offensive line suffered for it and so did the team.. and to point out you fix a oline so that every QB can operate behind it ..not J I ST Drake maye like you fanatics keep saying only.. I'm looking for team success you folk are focus purely on Drake Maye success.. that's not how teams work . This year you could've grabbed Sheduer sanders at a lower pick possibly ..according to all the focus slander I'm hearing on his name for a successful and nfl ready prospect that he is .. and the same people were going gahgah over Mac Jones who in my opinion isn't better than Sheduer ..fix your O Line and you won't need a scrambling Qb .. although they are the next wave lol always been.. Also the hypocrisy from Phil .. Mc million isn't a generational talent and you respected him more in your details ..but "kicked Dirt " on sheduer for in your opinion not being that.. in a sport where you believe QB is the most important position.. 😅 just looks like bias

[@philperry3788]

Sanders over Maye seems like... bias?

[@Joelappsidedown]

@philperry3788 no .. your conversation on shedeur in this draft doesn't hold the consistency of positive conversation of Qbs in regards to previous draft history.. I don't see the same contrasting remarks of the previous QBs considered first round selections of yester year.. even if they're considered that just because the draft is piss poor at that position during those / that year. I didn't see the same energy then , as I see now when sheduers playing style ( pocket passer ) and draft position is considered . Am I being overly sensitive here ..?

[@evanaxenroth3397]

Need to sign a free agent left tackle who has experience and a WR, then fill the gaps at the draft. . . .

[@philperry3788]

Agreed. Takes two to tango in FA, though...

[@SalTaranto]

1st round mock is good but would like to see what your 7 round Patriots draft would look like. Is that coming soon?

[@FenwayJoe7129]

I really do like Will Campbell. Maye needs protection and the team truly needs a player like Campbell to punch some holes for our running backs through the defensive line. I think you make a lot of sense with that choice. He really is a great smart player! A tremendous player at LSU. I will call him close to elite. I would not be disappointed with the Pats picking Will. Think about it! He would be just as valuable to the Pats as Hunter or Carter would be maybe more. Offensive line needs help big time . Great video and thoughts here. Thanks. Joe

[@johncarroll792]

I like the trend of QBs falling may allow the Patriots to auction off pick 4 for the 1st/2nd QB off the board. Raiders (pick 6), Jets (pick 7) and Saints (pick 9) need a QB from this draft. We need more bites at the apple (which is why winning against the Bills was maddening) and the talent in this draft isn't elite. I'm sorry it's just that simple. It's a down year. The Jets seem to be the most desperate as they must move on from Aaron Rodgers. I'm fine with Will Campbell, I just think we can get him lower than pick 4. I'd be upset if we don't manipulate the board in a way that gets us another top 2 round pick in this or next year's draft. Trade pick 4 to the Jets for Pick 7 + 42. Take Will Campbell at pick 7 (or best available of him and Banks Jr.) and double up your picks in 2nd round. I'd rather get proven WR via free agency then the draft.

[@philperry3788]

Not sure teams will be tripping over themselves for Shadeur but we'll see! Polarizing guy.

[@Radioheadfutrevu]

I'd have Campbell at 4 and trade either Second or one of the third round picks to get Josh Conley jr. Get Mike Greens in 2nd or 3rd round depending on the previous. Get wr eric ayomanor or jalen royals in 3rd and interior OL tyler booker from crimson. Free Agent Signings: Tee Higgins or Chris Godwin, WR Khalil Mack, EDGE Trey Smith, OG

[@KathleenKelly-fn9ws]

Wil Campbell number 4 pick!😉👍

[@philperry3788]

👊

[@kistophe]

This draft will be heavily determined by our actions in free agency and trades. All data points to the fact you only need to be average at O-Line to be productive. A true WR1 is a much bigger force multiplier than an OT. Hopefully they grab WR and OT in FA/Trades, then they can sit at 4 a take whomever they think is the most "can't miss" prospect. Personally I hope they look at which WR has the best stats in regard to route separation and release against press. If a player can't separate in college, he certainly won't be open in the NFL.

[@MrMassive7490]

Assuming Sheduer is there at 4, would take a trade down with the raiders. They give us a 2nd round to go up from 6 to 4 and we can still take at least one of the top tackle options

[@justinvigeant3639]

Absolutely hate this. Taking a guard with a top 5 pick is insane. If we take one of these tackles who are likely to only be a guard with the first pick we better be trading down.

[@philperry3788]

What if you can't trade down?

[@justinvigeant3639]

@philperry3788 I think you take best player available in either Graham or Johnson in that case. Unfortunately this draft class is just not strong at tackle or Wr and if you use a top 4 pick on a guy that only plays guard (when the patriots will have strange and onwenu already locked into those spots) you've misused prime draft capital. It'd be a tough spot to be in but with barmore's injury and Jones leaving this year cb or DT would fill big needs. I just don't want to take a gamble when this team needs so many pieces.

[@boominszn]

All 3 of the top 3 picks need a Quarterback. There is no world where 2 of the picks are not QBs and Travis Hunter. You will not sell your fanbase running it back with Will Levis, Jamies Winston, and Drew Lock. Either way, we are almost certainly going to have Abdul Carter available at 4 regardless of whatever garbage propaganda the Titans are saying to the media.

[@SimbolicProductions]

Tet will be a complete bust. Worse than Harry. Give me Will “T-Rex” Campbell!!

[@youtubeconnollyfamily]

Also, sometimes we don’t think there’s a generational quarterback, two of them end up being a generational quarterback and it’s the names you would have never thought of. Sometimes that happens.

[@philperry3788]

True!

[@BrendanBarry-tv7uj]

Not saying I want this but given the lack of blue-chip players in this draft, and the patriots extreme lack of explosive play makers on offense, do the pats move back and take Jeanty? Looking at how successful the Eagles and Ravens are leaning heavily on their run game, and Vrabel’s past success with Henry, could Vrabel sees Maye and Jeanty as a better version of Tannehill and Henry and a path to offense success?

[@bigcel42]

To rebuild a team you draft from THE LINE, BACK. The LINE, BACK. So choose Offensive or Defensive Line and choose the best possible option. No CB’s, WR’s etc etc that’s GARBAGE. Build From THE TRENCHES 💯

[@philperry3788]

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[@SLAN21]

With Dk Metcalf saying Massachusetts is not somewhere desirable, you have to draft a WR. If you think Tet is the guy, grab him. Great WRs never hit free agency, receivers on expiring deals dont want to come here either. Remember the Aiyuk situation last year.

[@waltersnitko7837]

One of the benefits of having a mobile QB like Drake is a top flight OL is not essential as shown by last year when he had decent success with a truly abysmal OL. I would look at the lesser known Tackle FA like Alaric Jackson of the Rams who graded out as PFF's 18th ranked at that position or Dan Moore of the Steelers who ranked 42nd if they get to FA. KC for one example does not have exceptional tackles. To me drafting a player who may have end up as guard at #4 would be a disaster. I don't see a sure fire top T in this draft similar to the QB position. Trade down or take Mason Graham who is the other blue chip talent in the draft.

[@philperry3788]

I believe Dan Moore averaged more than one sack allowed in his last 10 games this year. Those guys aren't long-term solutions. IMO, time to stop looking for band-aid solutions at one of the most important positions in the sport.

[@waltersnitko7837]

@@philperry3788 Jackson is 26 only allowed three one more than Stanley. Moore also 26 was protecting Russell Wilson who often holds the ball too long. There is no Joe Alt caliber tackle in this draft.From what I have read like the QBs most of the tackle prospects have issues with position, arm length or health. I would rather Take Hunter or Carter of they are there and if not trade back and take a tackle. I would think they would take Simmons over Campbell if he has healed because of the OSU connection.

[@DorianB328]

This might be silly but what would it look like for the Pats to trade up? What might we have to give up to get Carter at 2?

[@paulbolton1404]

I’m 100% with you.

[@philperry3788]

👊

[@TheWasif]

I gotta figure the QBs end up rising to 1 & 2. You know how they always rise at the combines. “The ball flew out of their hand.” “Could be generational..,” “Surprised all those in attendance…” “Blew everyone away…” “Really made a case to be a day one starter…” “The game film doesn’t do him justice.” And so on. Pats still need a plan though

[@philperry3788]

I know. Doesn't always happen though (kenny pickett).

[@alecphillips3914]

i dont get why some people think it would be good to get another qb in new england, we have 2 great qbs, all we need is a veteran, i say if we cant get any reciever go get a offensive lineman that could change so much

[@el_sweetime]

We have needed a tackle since Solder left!!!! Brown was too inconsistent Wynn was always hurt And Newhouse would constantly have plays in which he never touched any rushers U r right

[@ryanwaidalowski9221]

I think Kelvin Banks has a higher ceiling

[@philperry3788]

He might!

[@ryanwaidalowski9221]

It would be nice whoever it is and them to be just good players that will help us

[@bernardchristopher6431]

I think people underestimate how good Campbell is, I want Carter but if he’s not there you could do a lot worse than the LSU LT. Also I don’t think there is any way Cleveland passes on a QB. They owe Watson a bazillion dollars and he may never play for them again. They have to offset that with a rookie contract at the position. What good is a great corner or edge guy if you have no QB. Plus they already have that in Garrett.

[@christophercarrigg3775]

Kelvin banks was the highest graded pass protector this season. Will Campbell is more of a Mauler that brings the pinch on the run. Give me the pass protector every time

[@philperry3788]

Fair! While I value PFF grade and I think it's a good metric to use, would say it isn't everything. Alex Leatherwood had a grade of 80+, and two years after getting drafted he was a p-squad guy. Trey Smith had a grade in the 70s and is about to be the highest paid guard of all time.

[@christophercarrigg3775]

@@philperry3788 who said anything about PFF???

[@jonasb6440]

20:40 Boutte and Douglas could develop into good wr2 and 3

[@taylermike]

Depending on how free agency goes it’s OL or tet mcmillen

[@philperry3788]

I like building through the trenches with a pick that high. But McMillan is enticing.

[@taylermike]

@ agreed. I think protecting Drake is priority 1A and getting him some weapons should be priority 1B

[@carlosalmonte2466]

Im on the side that says we take graham or mcmilan. And really address the line in free agency. And if possible do anything we can to trade back up for a young tackle to develop

[@philperry3788]

Getting the line taken care of before the draft would be ideal.

[@robertarcher4308]

They should target Alaric Jackson, the 26-year-old LT from the Rams in free agency and a receiver such as Darius Slayton, then address the defense in the draft using pick #4 for to start to grab either Abdul Carter or Mason Graham. Graham could help the run and pass defense and allow the team to have an interior defensive line with two disruptive players if Barmore is able to come back healthy.

[@philperry3788]

Alaric is OK. Not sure he's a dependable long-term starter there. Would be sort of a cost-effective secondary option if you get into a bind. I'd start with Ronnie Stanley and go from there.

[@Woozie87]

I’d kill for Tee Higgins

[@bailey123198]

Hope Mike Vrabel and his NY Giants new sidekick are in the center of the table on this upcoming draft. Wolf? Rarely see or hear from him? His vote should count less than Vrabel. Campbell or Banks...let Vrabel decide. I've watched Kevin Banks at Texas for 3 years and he showed up every game....bunch of awards, high character guy, 3 year starter;.....Campbell no chance to watch but he's obviously in the conversation. Thanks Phil. Very glad it's not my decision 🤪🤗🤔

[@philperry3788]

Thanks for watching, Bailey!

[@declankelehan8943]

Other that CB and QB they should take the best available player at 4 unless another team wants to get silly with a trade. We have holes everywhere, at least you will have a stud at #4 overall if you don't overthink it.

[@DrigoArtsFX]

They should trade down if Hunter and Carter are gone. NO OT is worth 4th overall this year.

[@edbrit4893]

So wrong! 2nd most important position behind QB!

[@CosmicBoy13]

At #4 All I will take is Abdul Carter or Mason Graham. I'd trade down and get draft capital for next year's draft if I can't grab either of them.

[@jakestring6027]

In my ideal world, we trade down to 6 or 9 (Saints or Raiders both QB needy), draft will campbell, trade back up for Tyler Warren or Luther Burden if they slip past 15

[@philperry3788]

Clever!

[@oldernu1250]

Tyler is very good, sure hands. Possible FB? Can see 3 TE sets if WRs aren’t as good.

[@jakestring6027]

@ Awesome hands , size, yac, was a qb in college so the trick play potential is there, took snaps out of the backfield plenty of times, used as a fullback sometimes, would never miss a 4th & 1 again thats for sure

[@oldernu1250]

Phil: what would Raiders give for Milton? Meyers and second round draft pick?

[@Silentmogar]

Free agency priorities I would say 4 guys Stanley Higgins Sweat Chase young Then draft Graham if this situation happens in the draft. Solidify the Oline got a main weapon, got a dangerous d line going into next year

[@philperry3788]

Don't hate it.

[@atgn70]

Phil,,there's also the idea of trading down two or three times in the first til around twenty and getting or later and getting the tackle there while giving yourself another 5 or 6 picks in the second and third rounds combined! There's good defensive players all over these rounds.. This is ten times the better draft at receiver and left tackle than last year..If things are handled properly in free agency,then drafting shouldn't be an issue....For me,,Ravens can't afford Ronnie Stanley as they sit only 17 mil over the cap...

[@philperry3788]

They should be into the idea of trading down and then maybe back UP to get the guy they want.

[@timothypatch5080]

Maybe Titans GM is hyping up a certain QB as a generational talent to not surprise people when they take one

[@philperry3788]

Maybe. But kind of a weird way to go about it when everyone knows those guys aren't that talented.

[@Rockdog9809]

Great work Phil. Smart to ignore shiny toy and draft OL and DL all weekend in April.

[@raymondbaldasaro]

Ashton Jeanty is can’t miss talent.

[@Orcasrule6355]

I’m thinking there’s a team out there willing to give us a 3rd or possibly a 2nd round pick for Joe Milton

[@ciarankelly6885]

I'm thinking your an idiot

[@mattesyl33]

What NE does in a worst luck draft senerio STILL depends on how they did in FA... Do they get OL help, or WR?

[@philperry3788]

In this scenario, they still didn't have a LT

[@mattesyl33]

@philperry3788 😥

[@HelaPainYo]

I'm starting to change my stance and say maybe T Mac or Hunter (if still there) isn't our best choice. I'm really starting to like Campbell or Carter

[@sdorsain85]

Hard Pass on Cambell. Hunter, Carter, Jeanty, or McMillan

[@DrigoArtsFX]

Phil doesn't think he'll still be there...

[@babyface76]

Trading down with New Orleans, San Francisco or Seattle are all viable options.

[@enriquevazquez9913]

love it

[@philperry3788]

OK EV!

[@clownwacko58]

Carter is number one pick, nuff said

[@ericpowers6509]

Are you smoking something Phil? He may be the best (your opinion) but there are many more that are as good or just a notch down, but still very good. Some very big. 6'8" monsters. Sometimes a Monster takes the place of talent. He's just unmovable. So with all that said. The pick has to be McMillan out of Arizona!!! A true target for Drake to throw to for the next 5 years. Beef this kid up and he may be the next Megatron!

[@philperry3788]

Have to be able to move at that position. To me, Campbell looks like the best combination of size (even if his arms aren't long) and athleticism to play OT

[@ericpowers6509]

@@philperry3788 So you don't want a number one wide receiver to throw to for the next 5 years on the cheap? Lot and lots of O Lineman in this draft. For every receiver that goes in the first round, there will be 5 offensive lineman to pick from in the latter rounds. Vrabel is defence. Whoever he drafts I'm sure he'll get the best out of him.

[@tedtucholski-u2w]

Senator, here are 3 players the Pats need to pursue in the draft. OT Kelvin Banks Jr, OT Charles Grant and WR Savion Willams. Pats should trade back to 9 with New Orleans and get their #1, 2nd and 4th round picks for the Pats #1, This was a trade accepted using the PFF Mock draft simulator. Then get OT Banks. Banks is as good or better than Campbell

[@philperry3788]

Wouldn't hate that.

[@tedtucholski-u2w]

@@philperry3788 I want your opinion on this please. I feel in order for New England to have a truly excellent draft, they must be flexible and prepared to make deals, moving up and down the draft board. Like the Miami Dolphins team has done over the last couple of drafts. Example: I think they need to trade down, get more picks and still get an OT like Banks. However, if Abdul Carter is sitting at #4, you draft him. Unless another team will trade you a ransom to get Carter. That's being flexible, it also means you must anticipate what other teams needs will be. This mindset is something the Pats have been poor at for around 10 years.

[@UnderdogTactics]

Here's my plan. Wait for Dane Brugler's Big Board and pick whoever he has highest at a position of need. I guarantee this will work better than what Matt Groh has for us.

[@philperry3788]

Dane is a legend.

[@petermarshall6577]

What do I think, I think Eliot Wolf should be working a Payless shoe store, NOT running the Patriots draft.

[@seanthorntonthornton]

If you were going to take Hunter at 1 what’s wrong with Johnson at 4. A pro who you know, like Gonzalez, will hit.

[@Rockdog9809]

Pats need to take OT Campbell. I think Carter is too small and likely gone anyway. Tet is next BUST. I want nothing to do with another "contested catch" WR. That only means he can't separate. Teams with OTs don't let them go so MUST draft one high. Prefer to slide back a few spots and take Campbell or Simmons but Campbell is the pick if can't move.

[@philperry3788]

Same page!

[@EberthCordeiro]

Josh Simmons is hurt and he is still ranked better than everyone other OT!

[@philperry3788]

He has talent!

[@toddtownsend1079]

P.s. don't take a guy who's family is gonna be in the Huddle.

[@JonFrumTheFirst]

I'm hearing that none of the OTs are worth a top 10 pick. And you're taking a guy with short arms that might be a guard, when you recently drafted a guard with a first round pick? Crazy. Sign the best veteran available - or two of them - and draft the best available player.

[@KevanBrose]

If cam or sanders is still on the board convince the raiders or saints a team in the teens or 20s like the seahawks wanna move up and your gonna do a deal but would rather stay in the top 10 if they wanna make a deal.

[@philperry3788]

Think you have to be careful not to go too far back.

[@KevanBrose]

@philperry3788 raiders at 6 saints at 9 would be my target. Bears at 10 are gonna want a tackle so I'd be asking for a lot if I move further down than 9

[@wilbertpaul4099]

Belichick drafted Solder and Sea Bass and that set the line for years, he went away from that concept , and it cost him his job. Donot pass on a Tackle at number four.

[@toddtownsend1079]

Perry are we winning the off-season so far?.

[@carlodangio1724]

I’d take Mason Graham at #4 because he feels like an impact guy a la Chris Jones

[@darnellharris111]

If Detroit thinking about picking Milroe they should think about calling us for a Milton trade

[@philperry3788]

hmmmm!

[@BeanTownBurrs]

Hear me out: Receivers are always overpaid. Void trading for one and signing one in free agency. Throw your money at lineman, offer them undeniable money, or trade for them. Draft Tet McMillan, a guy who shows elite qualities and can be an elite WR for 5 years. Use the rest of the draft for Defense, line and TE

[@philperry3788]

I like him. Just don't see it happening with Vrabel/Wolf/Cowden in charge.

[@gc176]

If you go LT then you gotta trade down. There's not a single LT in this draft that is worthy of a top 10 pick. They are very good at best. TMac is the pick if you're selecting 4th.

[@philperry3788]

I'd bet a lot of money the Patriots won't take a WR inside the top 5.

[@thomasjgour4678]

Trade down a few spots for a 2nd round pick, get a tackle in the 2nd

[@philperry3788]

Good way to find yourself another backup. IMO.

[@Josh_from_Jersey]

The generational talent is Carter. That’s obvious because of what disrupting the game means today. I don’t have a problem missing out on a top pick as long as they get the best offensive lineman available. If they had the first pick, they would mess it up.