Round 6 – Thaddeus Moss, LSU

Moss will probably be the name that’s mocked to go to the Patriots more than any other tight end, and that’s for two reasons. First, his obvious connection through his father, former Patriots wide receiver Randy Moss. Second, he’ll likely be available in the later rounds.

The LSU product is essentially an unknown. He missed two seasons for transferring and an injury. This past season, his first full year, he put up 570 yards and four touchdowns on 47 receptions. It’s unlikely that he’ll be a star at the NFL level, but he does have the ability to be a very solid blocker which is something the Patriots desperately need.