10 edge fits for the Patriots in the NFL Draft

COLLEGE STATION, TEXAS - NOVEMBER 15: Cashius Howell #9 of the Texas A&M Aggies celebrates after a play in the first half of a game against the South Carolina Gamecocks at Kyle Field on November 15, 2025 in College Station, Texas. (Photo by Joe Buvid/ISI Photos/ISI Photos via Getty Images) | ISI Photos via Getty Images The 2026 NFL Draft is less than 10 days away as the New England Patriots continue the process of finishing their board. Things will look quite different for the team this draft picking 31st overall after back-to-back years selecting in the top-five.

With the team stating their need for an edge rusher — especially one with speed — it’s expected the Patriots add one early-on. So, with that said, let’s take a look at some of the prospects that might make sense for the Patriots at the position. Patriots’ current edge situation The Patriots struck quick in free agency to sign Dre’Mont Jones to a three-year deal.

Jones is expected to start opposite of Harold Landry III , but the veteran’s ability after an injury plagued season is TBD as he continues his rehab process. New England saw K’Lavon Chaisson and Anfernee Jennings depart which will elevate second-year players Elijah Ponder and Bradyn Swinson as top secondary options on the depth chart. Another free agency signing, Jesse Luketa , rounds out the group.

Patriots NFL Draft fits along the edge Akheem Mesidor (Miami): Entering the NFL with a ton of college production (35. 5 sacks), Mesidor plays with a burning hot motor and has experience rushing from the edge and along the interior. He has a deep bag of pass rush moves, but recently turned 25 years old and has an extensive injury history which may force him to slide out of the first round.