One of the most desired outcome of the Patriots 2024 Draft according to the fans was to leave the draft with game-changing weapons for what has been a lackluster offense. Jerod Mayo and Eliot Wolf have prioritized the offensive roster throughout the weekend so far with their five first picks.
After selecting receiver Ja'Lynn Polk in Round 2, they double-dipped at the position by drafting UCF's Javon Baker in Round 4. He was projected to go a bit higher, but the Patriots lucked out with him remaining on the board for their second fourth round pick.
They have now added a true X to their receiving corps, and Baker's explosiveness will add an even better element to the locker room.
One of the best parts about Baker's addition is the reaction from Patriots fans, who have had quite a roller coaster of emotions throughout the Draft over the last three days.
We know New England fans can be fickle, and many still are despite their seemingly excellent draft so far. But a majority of Patriots Nation appeared to be in agreeance in their excitement over Baker's pick, taking to social media to share their thoughts.
Patriots fans are ecstatic with Javon Baker selection in NFL Draft
It's not easy to get Patriots fans to collectively agree that a good player was coming to the team. But because of the type of player Baker is, the excitement appears to be unavoidable.
Javon Baker with Drake Maye is gonna be LETHAL pic.twitter.com/74VdS5svh4
— Jordan Moore (@iJordanMoore) April 27, 2024
My write up on Javon Baker
— Matt Couture (@MattCouture5) April 27, 2024
Shocked to see him fall to day three but I’m glad it worked into the Patriots favor https://t.co/LiB20nHT4H pic.twitter.com/oH1Nsm586y
BREAKING: The #Patriots are selecting University of Central Florida WR Javon Baker with the 110th overall pick, per multiple reports.
— Carlos Talks Pats (@LosTalksPats) April 27, 2024
New England is without a doubt weaponizing the offense!pic.twitter.com/4C4sPAPZbo
JAVON BAKER LETS GO
— Sara Marshall (@smarshxo) April 27, 2024
WR Javon Baker is a Patriot!!! LFG!!
— Pats Buzz (@PatsBuzz) April 27, 2024
One of my favorite picks of the draft for New England so far.
How’s everyone feeling?? pic.twitter.com/sJyMxOfJMG
Drake Maye to Javon Baker pic.twitter.com/igyeDlNdao
— 𝐁𝐢𝐠𝐇𝐮𝐧𝐜𝐡𝐨 🥶 (@BigHuncho3722) April 27, 2024
Good lord. Drake Maye & Javon Baker is going to feed families.
— SCOUTD (@scoutdnfl) April 27, 2024
pic.twitter.com/6cHKnDH0jl
Javon Baker blowing a kiss to the OU sideline while scoring on them…
— Pats Buzz (@PatsBuzz) April 27, 2024
I LOVE IT. 😤
pic.twitter.com/xux9YTNKCQ
Five minutes of Javon Baker. pic.twitter.com/3KUG7MZVhC
— Boorish (@Boorish_Sports) April 27, 2024