The New England Patriots have stockpiled the assets necessary to attack the many holes on their roster through free agency

There are only two NFL teams still competing for the Super Bowl. Other teams have turned their attention to improving their rosters for next season and the first opportunity to make those enhancements is through free agency in March.

This is a Patriots team that needs help on both sides of the ball. It’s already clear they have major needs at edge rusher, offensive tackle and wide receiver when entering the 2025 NFL draft. They managed to address all three areas right off the bat in our latest mock draft.

The AFC champion Chiefs built an elite defense through the NFL Draft. Should the Patriots take a similar approach to team building?

While the matchup for Super Bowl LIX is set, the New England Patriots remain in full rebuild mode. They replaced their head coach, hired new coordinators, and will see significant roster turnover over the coming months in hopes of rightening the ship again.

Campbell was named a consensus All-American in 2024, but some around the league question whether his arm length will deter teams and cause him to slip in the draft. ESPN’s Mel Kiper — who has the Patriots selecting Abdul Carter in his first mock draft — has Campbell going to the Chicago Bears with the 10th pick.

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