Patriots Predicted To Target Offensive Line In First Round Of 2026 NFL Draft

Patriots Predicted To Target Offensive Line In First Round Of 2026 NFL Draft originally appeared on NESN . Add NESN as a Preferred Source by clicking here . The New England Patriots have been active early on this offseason, but for the most part, their work in free agency is done.

Now, they will turn their attention to the upcoming 2026 NFL Draft , and it's safe to say that they still have several spots on their roster that need to be filled. After getting mauled in Super Bowl LX, it hasn't been much of a surprise to see the Pats revamp their offensive line early this offseason. Their depth at the tackle spot, though, is relatively weak, especially after Vederian Lowe departed in free agency.

With that in mind, Alex Barth of 98. 5 The Sports Hub recently predicted that the team would select Clemson Tigers right tackle Blake Miller with the No. 31 overall pick.

"Miller is just a really solid tackle prospect," Barth wrote. "A 54-game starter in college, Miller stands 6-foot-7, 317 pounds but moves very well for a player his size. He's also experienced with 54 college starts, 52 of which came at right tackle.