Fifth round, DRAFT DAY TRADE: Chris Finke, WR, Notre Dame

The Patriots package their compensatory picks in the sixth round to move up and grab Finke, an undersized wideout who operates in the slot and returns punts. Get ready for the (unjustified) comparisons to Julian Edelman and Wes Welker.

Sixth Round, From Denver: Derrek Tuszka, EDGE, North Dakota State

The Patriots might want to take the tweener, who played 4-3 defensive end and try him at 3-4 linebacker. While he acclimates to that new role, he’d need to contribute on special teams to make the team.

Sixth Round, From Houston: Rodrigo Blankenship, K, Georgia

The Bulldogs standout will provide competition for Stephen Gostkowski after Blankenship was 81.8% on field goals and 100% on extra points in his senior season.

Seventh Round, From Atlanta: Shyheim Carter, DB, Alabama

He played the nickel position in Nick Saban’s defense. He could get a shot to do the same in New England.

Seventh Round, From Philadelphia: John Molchon, OL, Boise State

He’d compete for a spot in the Patriots’ interior, where they’re likely to see Joe Thuney and Ted Karras depart in free agency.

Seventh Round, From Seattle: Terence Steele, OL, Texas Tech

The Patriots can try to draft and develop at the tackle position.

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