New England Patriots Seven Round Mock Draft
By Cyrus Geller
Sep 7, 2013; Ann Arbor, MI, USA; Notre Dame Fighting Irish tight end Troy Niklas (85) makes a catch during the fourth quarter against the Michigan Wolverines at Michigan Stadium. Michigan Wolverines defeated Notre Dame Fighting Irish 41-30. Mandatory Credit: Andrew Weber-USA TODAY Sports
Round Two, Pick 62
TE Troy Niklas, Notre Dame
Because wouldn’t it be so Belichick to draft two tight ends in the first two rounds this week? Assuming Niklas is still available (which is a big if), I like the idea of double dipping at the tight end position. Niklas may not be as refined as Amaro as a receiver, but as a complete tight end package, he may end up being better. Can you imagine the trio of Gronk, Amaro, and Niklas all under Tom Brady’s control? Man, the opportunities are limitless. Yes, the Patriots have a lot of other needs, but getting back to the elite of the NFL passing game could be enough to get Brady that elusive fourth ring (that, and the addition of DARRELLE REVIS).