The New England Patriots enter the 2023 NFL draft with the 14th overall pick and plenty of holes to fill.
This is about the time when I begin switching my mock drafts from a “what they should do” to a “what they will likely do” perspective. These may not be the sexiest of picks, but they’re likely what the team will go for based off where they’re selected and the measurables, if it’s a need or the more-than-occasional lesser known prospect.
As time rolls on, we will learn a lot more about each of these prospects, but for now, we’re building this based off what we know now through draft preparations so far.
As the offseason rolls towards the new league year (and start of free agency), it’s time for another seven-round 2023 mock draft, following the Senior and Shrine Bowls.