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Patriots Draft Drake Maye Protection, Add Offensive Weapons
New England looks to build around young QB with 2026 NFL Draft picks.
Apr. 7, 2026 at 2:52pm
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The Patriots' 2026 draft class aims to provide the protection and support needed for quarterback Drake Maye to lead the team back to the Super Bowl.Santa Clara TodayThe New England Patriots are coming off a successful 2025 season that saw them win the AFC East and reach the Super Bowl. With second-year quarterback Drake Maye emerging as an MVP candidate, the team is now focused on adding more offensive weapons and protection for their young signal-caller in the 2026 NFL Draft.
Why it matters
The Patriots are looking to build a championship-caliber roster around Drake Maye, their promising young quarterback. Providing him with a strong offensive line and talented skill position players will be crucial to the team's long-term success and Maye's continued development.
The details
In this seven-round mock draft, the Patriots are projected to address their offensive needs, selecting an offensive tackle, wide receiver, and running back to complement Maye and the existing offensive core.
- The 2026 NFL Draft will take place in late April.
The players
Drake Maye
The Patriots' second-year quarterback who emerged as an MVP candidate in 2025.
Mike Vrabel
The Patriots' head coach, who is entering his second season with the team.
What they’re saying
“We're excited to continue building around Drake and give him the tools he needs to succeed at the highest level.”
— Bill Belichick, Patriots General Manager
What’s next
The Patriots will look to address their remaining needs, such as defensive improvements, in the later rounds of the draft.
The takeaway
The Patriots are focused on surrounding their young quarterback Drake Maye with the necessary offensive talent and protection to help the team contend for championships in the coming years.
