The Patriots chose to add speed and athleticism during the draft. Afterwards, they ordered some beef.
NEPD Staff Writer: Oliver Thomas
The New England Patriots drafted seven players over the weekend. The list of Bill Belichick pick-ups included two wide receivers, two defensive backs, two edge-rushers and an inside linebacker. Each choice addressed a need, and it was a good haul by most standards.
But one position was notably missing from the draft pile: defensive tackle.
Even with USC and Canadian Football League standout Armond Armstead and ex-Oakland Raiders Pro Bowler Tommy Kelly in the fold, many still considered interior pass rush a top draft priority. Some were clamoring for a Kawann Short from Purdue, or a Jesse Williams from Alabama, or even a Bennie Logan from LSU.
The Patriots, obviously, weren’t listening.
