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Patriots Predicted To Add 21.5-Sack Pass Rusher To Reinforce Defensive Front

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An NFL writer suggested that the New England Patriots should consider adding a pass rusher with 21.5 sacks to bolster their defense.

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One thing the New England Patriots should focus on this offseason is finding a top-tier pass rusher they can develop over the next few years. The Patriots have a solid opportunity to land a young pass rusher in the first round of the NFL draft, thanks to the depth of this position group. With New England holding the No.

31 pick, it could be an ideal spot to pick up a talented pass rusher who might fall during the selection process. CBS Sports NFL analyst Pete Prisco published a mock draft on Monday, predicting that the New England Patriots will select Clemson's pass rusher T. J.

Parker with the 31st overall pick. "Edge help is needed, and Parker has some juice," Prisco wrote. "Parker didn't play as well last year as he did in 2024, but the talent is there.