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Patriots draft rumors tracker: Players to watch, trade speculation, and more

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The NFL Draft is fast approaching, and here is a collection of what is being talked about.

CINCINNATI, OH - NOVEMBER 23: New England Patriots head coach Mike Vrabel talks to defensive tackle Christian Barmore (90) during the game against the New England Patriots and the Cincinnati Bengals on November 23, 2025, at Paycor Stadium in Cincinnati, OH. (Photo by Ian Johnson/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images) | Icon Sportswire via Getty Images The NFL Draft is fast approaching, and the rumor mill is also picking up pace. While a lot of the chatter surrounding teams and prospects at this time of the year will turn out to be either a smokescreen or misinformation, it also can give us an early idea in which direction the draft might go.

The New England Patriots, who currently own the 31st overall selection in the first round 11 picks in total, are right in the middle of this process. With that said, we have set up this Patriots Draft Rumors Tracker so you do not get lost within the information, whispers, and gossip swirling around. As always, the newest entries are added at the top.

Please make sure to bookmark and regularly revisit in order to stay up to date. Patriots draft rumors tracker 4/20: The Patriots might have “some interest” in Arizona State OT Max Iheanachor. | Source 4/20: The Patriots might part with a first-round pick in 2027 or 2028 in order to facilitate at trade for A.

J. Brown. | Source 4/20: For a second straight offseason, wide receiver Kayshon Boutte is considered a potential trade candidate.