2025 NFL Team Draft Page

Sometimes a fit comes along that is just too logical to overthink. The New England Patriots have a severe talent deficit in their offensive line, as reflected in league-worst blocking and overall offense last year. They are bringing in Mike Vrabel, a meat-and-potatoes head coach who is all about strong O Line and run game play. And they have a high pick that should give them their choice of aircraft carriers to build around. Young franchise QB Drake Maye is key to a successful Vrabel run, so it makes a ton of sense to protect him and build a running game with a talented young tackle. Of course, this all depends on Abdul Carter not sliding to 4.

Dawg: Top prospect LSU tackle Will Campbell squatting over 600lbs with EASE ??

Campbell will be UNSTOPPABLE in the NFL. pic.twitter.com/0pi5f2k0Db

— Dov Kleiman (@NFL_DovKleiman) April 16, 2025

Will Campbell of LSU is a true anchor tackle at a massive 6-6, 320 pounds, with three years of starting experience in the treacherous SEC. In all that action, he allowed only four sacks as a collegian. Even his detractors, who knock his shortish arm length and guardish build, say he's good enough to start and develop into a Pro Bowl level guard. His athleticism is undeniable, bringing to mind the similarly modest-armed Penei Sewell, who has turned out OK. The list of solid OT prospects in this draft is short, which will increase the Patriots' sense of urgency to lock one down in Round One.

See the full list of the Patriots' selections at the Patriots Team Draft Page