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4 of the receivers the Patriots could take in the first-round

By Sara Marshall

Nov 26, 2022; Chestnut Hill, Massachusetts, USA; Boston College Eagles wide receiver Zay Flowers (4) signals first down after a catch against the Syracuse Orange during the second half at Alumni Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Winslow Townson-USA TODAY Sports
Nov 26, 2022; Chestnut Hill, Massachusetts, USA; Boston College Eagles wide receiver Zay Flowers (4) signals first down after a catch against the Syracuse Orange during the second half at Alumni Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Winslow Townson-USA TODAY Sports /
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Breakdown of the Patriots’ potential first-round pick: receivers

Oct 1, 2022; Chestnut Hill, Massachusetts, USA; Boston College Eagles wide receiver Zay Flowers (4) reacts after scoring a touchdown during the first half against the Louisville Cardinals at Alumni Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Bob DeChiara-USA TODAY Sports
Oct 1, 2022; Chestnut Hill, Massachusetts, USA; Boston College Eagles wide receiver Zay Flowers (4) reacts after scoring a touchdown during the first half against the Louisville Cardinals at Alumni Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Bob DeChiara-USA TODAY Sports /

Zay Flowers – Boston College

AGE: 22

HEIGHT: 5’10”

WEIGHT: 172 LBS

2022 stats: 12 games – 78 receptions for 1,077 yards, 12 touchdowns, 13.8 Y/C

If the Patriots want an excellent runner with impeccable skills and versatility in an offense, Flowers is definitely their guy.

Although he may be considered undersized to some, Flowers has consistently impressed with his elusiveness and incredible catch-and-run skillset. His quickness and vision, paired with his good hands, quickly made him a weapon at BC. And his flexibility at the position would often make you forget his lack of size.

Selecting Flowers would get the Patriots an all-around great receiver with the explosiveness to elevate any offense. His athleticism is part of what makes him a dangerous receiver, and he’s become a master at confusing defenders, particularly in the open field. In addition, the confidence and tenacity he possesses shine through, and he would certainly flourish under the guidance of Belichick.

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