With the Patriots on their bye this week, there has been even more attention over the 2025 NFL Draft and who will be the best player for the team to select with their projected high pick. Before the slate of Week 14 games begin, New England holds the fourth overall pick, and based on how a handful of teams perform on Sunday, they could move up a few spots by day's end.
But what their fate might be will have to wait until Monday morning.
Until then, plenty of outlets are pumping out mock drafts, and the Patriots remain a favorite to land one of the top wide receiver prospects. While many fans and reporters believe the best decision would be to take a starting left tackle in the first round or even trade back to acquire more picks, that doesn't appear to be a universal thought for most putting together these mocks.
Instead, they have the Patriots overwhelming landing Arizona wide receiver Tetairoa McMillan, which should make many fans elated for the future of the team's offense, especially for Drake Maye.
Patriots 2025 Mock Draft Roundup
Pro Football Network: WR/CB Travis Hunter, Colorado
"The New England Patriots organization has to be feeling pretty good about what they’ve seen from Drake Maye to start his career. Maye’s 1,696 passing yards, 11 touchdowns, and eight interceptions, along with an additional 345 yards on the ground while playing with a subpar supporting cast across the board, should be considered a successful start to his career.
Oddly enough, the Patriots have the opportunity to add a dynamic weapon for Maye on the perimeter while additionally finding another ball-hawking playmaker to pair with Christian Gonzalez in the secondary with Colorado WR/CB Travis Hunter.
Do I see Hunter playing 100+ snaps per game on Sundays? Probably not, but his uncommon ability to excel on both sides of the ball is simply too good to pass up for New England at No. 4 overall."
The Athletic: OT Will Campbell, LSU
"Drake Maye has the quarterback position locked up, so the Patriots need to surround him with more help. And if the organization invests in a wide receiver via free agency (Tee Higgins?), its draft focus would shift to the offensive line. Despite having average arm length, Campbell moves with fluidity and strength throughout his frame and projects as an immediate NFL starter at tackle, guard or even center."
Pro Football Focus: WR Tetairoa McMillan, ARIZONA
"This pick might be surprising since it’s not an offensive lineman, but with over $115 million in projected effective cap space, the Patriots have the financial flexibility to address the offensive line with quality veterans in free agency. That could allow them to prioritize a high-ceiling pass catcher like Tetairoa McMillan at the top of the draft. The 6-foot-6, 210-pound receiver showcases shades of Mike Evans and Drake London, with smooth movements for his size and exceptionally strong hands."
USA Today: WR Tetairoa McMillan, Arizona
"Though New England has every right to be encouraged by what Drake Maye has shown in his debut campaign, the rookie passer's eight interceptions in as many starts serve as a reminder of his tendency to force plays. The best way to tackle that habit as well as the lackluster receiving corps could be picking McMillan, who is equally comfortable boxing out smaller defensive backs with his 6-5, 212-pound frame as he is turning upfield to outrace defenders after the catch."
Tankathon: WR Tetairoa McMillan, Arizona
Drafttek: OT Kelvin Banks, Jr., Texas
CBS Sports: EDGE Abdul Carter, Penn State
"The Patriots need help in many areas, and Carter provides value at a premium position, especially after the team traded Matthew Judon to Atlanta earlier this season. Carter's film showcases his massive potential as he adjusts to playing on the edge. He has the speed to bend the corner and the ability to beat tackles inside. With more reps, Carter's talent as a full-time pass rusher will continue to grow."