The New England Patriots were defeated 29-13 by the Seattle Seahawks in Super Bowl LX. An incredible season ended in ultimate disappointment. The process of establishing themselves as annual contenders starts with the 2026 NFL Draft.
The Patriots own 11 total selections. Improving the overall roster should take center stage after their Super Bowl shortcomings. We’ve conducted a Patriots seven-round mock draft using our Mock Draft Machine.
Round 1 (No. 31 overall): Kadyn Proctor, OT, Alabama
Patriots left tackle Will Campbell allowed 14 pressures in Super Bowl LX, the most in any single-season playoff game since 2018. The debate over Campbell's short arms and how it stunts his ability to play left tackle will take center stage again this offseason. The Patriots should strongly consider moving him to guard. If so, targeting Kadyn Proctor, a natural edge protector at No. 31, would allow for movement.
Round 2 (No. 63 overall): R Mason Thomas, EDGE, Oklahoma
The Patriots should probably re-sign K'Lavon Chaisson, who posted a career-high 7.5 sacks this past season. Regardless, they need more depth and production from the EDGE position. R Mason Thomas has some physical shortcomings, but he's an athletic and speedy pass rusher with the type of red-hot motor Mike Vrabel appreciates.
Round 3 (No. 95 overall): Thaddeus Dixon, CB, North Carolina
Cornerback Christian Gonzalez was the Patriots' best player in Super Bowl LX, but opposite him, Carlton Davis is a short-term solution. North Carolina cornerback Thaddeus Dixon had a quality Senior Bowl. Dixon has the length and size needed to compete on the boundary.
Round 4 (No. 125 overall): Bryce Boettcher, LB, Oregon
Bryce Boettcher feels like a classic Vrabel linebacker. The Patriots will probably re-sign Jack Gibbens, but they could get younger and more dynamic at the position. Boettcher is instinctual and physical when attacking downhill.
Round 4 (No. 131 overall): Kage Casey, OT, Boise State
We're doubling down at offensive tackle because Morgan Moses turns 35 in March. Boise State's Kage Casey possesses starting-caliber upside. Casey is a technician who is capable of playing right tackle.
Round 5 (No. 169 overall): Kevin Coleman Jr, WR, Missouri
The Patriots aren't done transforming their wide receiver room. Missouri wideout Kevin Coleman Jr. made a few dynamic plays at the Panini Senior Bowl. Coleman Jr. was a workhorse in 2024 and 2025, combining for 140 catches at Mississippi State and Missouri.
Round 6 (No. 190 overall): Eli Raridon, TE, Notre Dame
Notre Dame tight end Eli Raridon took a massive step forward in 2025. Raridon produced a career-high 32 receptions for 482 yards. He has three-down potential as a blocker and receiver, and veteran tight end Austin Hooper is a pending free agent.
Round 6 (No. 201 overall): Myles Rowser, SAF, Arizona State
Safety Jaylinn Hawkins is arguably the Patriots' most notable pending free agent. Myles Rowser is a big-bodied safety who made a ton of plays around the line of scrimmage for Arizona State. Rowser has terrific size and was a Shrine Bowl standout.
Round 6 (No. 208 overall): Keyshawn James-Newby, EDGE, New Mexico
New Mexico EDGE Keyshawn James-Newby may be underrated throughout the pre-draft process. He's an athletic pass rusher who stood out at the East-West Shrine Bowl after registering 9.0 sacks this past season. The Patriots should take another flier on a late-round pass rusher.
Round 6 (No. 211 overall): Connor Tollison, IOL, Missouri
Interior offensive line depth is always a necessity. Connor Tollison started more than 40 career games at center at Missouri. The Patriots should draft a center after Garrett Bradbury's showing in the Super Bowl.
Round 7 (No. 247 overall): David Gusta, DT, Duke
The Patriots have a few interior defensive linemen slated for free agency, including Khyiris Tonga. Late-round depth could be found via Duke's David Gusta. Gusta is a run-stopping lineman who should weigh around 315 pounds during the pre-draft process.