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Barkevious Mingo to Patriots: Reflecting on Patriots 2013 rookie class

By Connor Fulton

Aug 12, 2016; Green Bay, WI, USA; Green Bay Packers tight end Justin Perillo (80) is tackled by Cleveland Browns linebacker Barkevious Mingo (51) after catching a pass in the first quarter at Lambeau Field. Mandatory Credit: Benny Sieu-USA TODAY Sports
Aug 12, 2016; Green Bay, WI, USA; Green Bay Packers tight end Justin Perillo (80) is tackled by Cleveland Browns linebacker Barkevious Mingo (51) after catching a pass in the first quarter at Lambeau Field. Mandatory Credit: Benny Sieu-USA TODAY Sports /
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Aug 12, 2016; Green Bay, WI, USA; Green Bay Packers tight end Justin Perillo (80) is tackled by Cleveland Browns linebacker Barkevious Mingo (51) after catching a pass in the first quarter at Lambeau Field. Mandatory Credit: Benny Sieu-USA TODAY Sports /

As you have probably heard by now, the New England Patriots have acquired Barkevious Mingo, the No. 6 overall selection in the 2013 NFL Draft. The move prompts a reflection on the nine members of the 2013 rookie class that are Patriots right now.

Here are all nine members of the 2013 rookie class currently on the Patriots’ roster, starting from the earliest drafted and lasted into the undrafted free agents the Patriots signed that spring. We start with the latest addition to the roster…

9. Barkevious Mingo (No. 6 overall)

Games: 48

Games started: 16

Career stats: 102 tackles, seven sacks, fumble recovery, 11 passes defended, interception

Mingo joins the Patriots after three largely disappointing seasons in Cleveland. The Browns were so puzzled with what to do with Mingo that they were trying him on special teams this preseason before dealing him to the Patriots.

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But the fact that Michael Lombardi drafted Mingo at No. 6 overall three years ago means there is interest from a part of the Patriots’ brass. Maybe a change of scenery will do Mingo well.

Next: 8. Jonathan Cooper (No. 7 overall)

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