Jake Bequette is another pass rusher for the new-look Patriots defense.
NEPD Editor: James Christensen
With the 90th pick in the 2012 NFL Draft, the New England Patriots have selected Jake Bequette, former defensive end from Arkansas. The pick was acquired in a draft day trade with the Packers.
NEPD Editor: James Christensen
The New England Patriots have traded the 62nd pick to the Green Bay Packers in exchange for 3rd round (90) and 5th round (163) selections.
Picking up some extra picks is key after trading their 3rd and 4th round selections to move up for Chandler Jones and Dont’a Hightower.
Tavon Wilson is the newest surprise pick for the Patriots.
NEPD Editor: Doug Kyed
With the 48th pick in the NFL Draft, the Patriots selected FS Tavon Wilson from Illinois.
That is by far the most shocking pick in the draft, but since Belichick did it, it’s also the least surprising.
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The live blog is after the jump.
Dont'a Hightower certainly made the grade during his time at Alabama. (Photo: US Presswire)
NEPD Editor: James Christensen
If you told most Patriots fans that Bill Belichick would trade up twice for impact front seven players, they would have given the draft an “A+” grade sight unseen.
With Chandler Jones and Dont’a Hightower now in the fold, how would you grade the draft so far?
Could Brian Quick (WR, Appalachian State) be a target for the Patriots in round two? (Photo: US Presswire)
NEPD Editor: Mike Loyko
Heading into day two there are some very good players still on the board, including projected first round selections Courtney Upshaw, Cordy Glenn and Stephen Hill. Where will these player land? Take a look at my second round projection and find out.
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2012 NFL Draft: Patriots Select Jake Bequette (DE, Arkansas)
