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April 17, 2026 The MassLive Patriots Newsletter Patriots 7-round Patriots mock draft 5.0 | Mark Daniels In this 7-round mock draft, we have the Patriots focusing on long-term planning over immediate needs By Mark Daniels | mdaniels@masslive.com Read more Patriots Patriots 2026 NFL Draft Preview: Best backup quarterback options With Tommy DeVito as backup to Drake Maye, the Patriots are looking to add depth at the quarterback position. Here are the best five fits in the draft: By Mark Daniels | mdaniels@masslive.com MORE    Celtics For Boston fans, the best week of the sports year is here Friday Outtakes: Playoffs, rivalries, traditions for the Bruins, Red Sox and Celtics plus the NFL Draft are all jammed into next week. By Matt Vautour | mvautour@masslive.com MORE    Patriots Why Clemson OT Blake Miller makes sense for the Patriots at No. 31 Fourth in a series of players who are realistic fits for the Patriots at No. 31. By Karen Guregian | KGuregian@masslive.com MORE    Patriots Patriots 2026 NFL Draft Preview: 5 safety prospects that fit Mike Vrabel’s system Mike Vrabel favors versatile safeties who can cover the deep part of the field. Here are five prospects who fit the mold for the Patriots By Mark Daniels | mdaniels@masslive.com MORE    Patriots Draft guru has Patriots addressing offensive line in latest mock draft With the 2026 NFL Draft fast approaching, the New England Patriots must decide how best to utilize the 31st pick. By Lauren Campbell | LCampbell@masslive.com MORE    See more     Unlimited Digital Access to MassLive․com   $1 for the first month   Subscribe Now   Cancel anytime.