Drake Maye will have two rookie receivers to work with right out of the gates.
After using a second-round draft pick on Ja’Lynn Polk, the New England Patriots double dipped at the position in the fourth round by selecting UCF wideout Javon Baker with the No. 110 overall pick.
Baker is another player capable of stretching the field for the Patriots. He averaged a ridiculous 21.9 yards per reception last season, which means he could serve as an early weapon for Maye right out of the gates.
Another nugget to keep in mind is the fact that Baker initially played at the University of Alabama before transferring to UCF. Alabama is a school known for turning out a strong pool of receiving talent in recent years.
Baker’s breakout season came in 2023, when he racked up 1,139 receiving yards and seven touchdowns. The Patriots are banking on that big-play ability carrying over to the next level and working in their offense.