Patriots Draft

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Three more players the Patriots should avoid in round one

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The ultimate guide to the Patriots’ 2023 NFL draft

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10 wide receivers the Patriots can draft after the first round

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Why the Patriots should not trade up in the 2023 NFL Draft

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The Patriots top-five most likely first round draft choices in 2023

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3 players the Patriots should avoid in round one of the draft

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3 disastrous moves Patriots must avoid in round one

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Could the Patriots make a huge trade up on draft day?

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Patriots’ draft focus reportedly centered on two positions

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If Hopkins trade doesn’t happen, should Patriots fans panic?

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