player. 47. The Patriots have to start thinking (like, seriously thinking) about life after Tom Brady, and Daniel Jones is an ideal prospect to develop behind Brady for the next few seasons. By drafting Jones in the first round, New England will control his rights for five seasons. Logic (and father time) dictates that Brady’s time as the Patriots’ starter will be over before the end of Jones’ first contract with the team, giving New England a chance to evaluate whether he will, in fact, be the future at the position.. QB. Kentucky. Daniel Jones. 32