Patriots 2021 mock draft post-Cam Newton signing
Round 5, Pick 149 – Naquan Jones, IDL, Michigan State
Jones’ experience in three seasons with the Spartans has been limited but he is a former four-star recruit with untapped potential and an intriguing physical skill set.
Round 6, Pick 164 – Adrian Ealy, OT, Oklahoma
Norman has been a breeding ground for NFL offensive linemen in recent years. Creed Humphrey is the potential top Sooner in the 2021 class but Ealy has the length to shut down opposing pass rushers. He would be an intriguing pick for a team that could soon be seeking a replacement for Marcus Cannon.
Round 6, Pick 186 – C.J. Verdell, RB, Oregon
James White is poised to hit the open market in 2021, Verdell has demonstrated the talent as both a runner and a pass-catcher in his time with the Ducks to step in and take his place.
Verdell has recorded successive 1,000-yard rushing seasons in two seasons at Oregon, while he has averaged 10.7 yards per reception on 41 catches.
Round 7, Pick 213 – Talanoa Hufanga, S, USC
Hufanga would provide further depth in the secondary and some special teams value. The Trojans have utilized him down in the box on passing downs and Hufanga has displayed a good nose for the football.
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Last season he had 90 tackles, with 7.5 for a loss, 3.5 sacks, a pair of forced fumbles and 3 passes defensed.