Speaking about multiple issues in relation to team speed, Groh mentioned that the linebacker position of 2022 would not be the same it was 20, 30, 40 years ago.. Why? A talent with All-America honors on both sides of the football, he's a one-of-one in this year's draft class. 15.Christian Harris, LB Alabama: You can't ignore a three-year starting linebacker out of Alabama and while Harris isn't quite the same mold as Dont'a Hightower, especially in the size department, the elements of toughness and plus athleticism would be easy fits in New England. Only 25 of his 40 starts at Montana State actually came at linebacker: 11 came at quarterback, and four more at the running back position. Round 6, Pick 2010: Matt Araiza, Punter, San Diego State. Get him in the Patriots system, and he could become a top tackle in the league. Vederian Lowe, OT Illinois: Lowe has all the measurables, including 35 3/8" arms, and intangibles but just needs some NFL refining to attain his full potential. Patriots plan to meet with two top EDGE defenders at NFL Scouting Combine. He comes from a small school, which 1) puts a chip on his shoulder and 2) makes you wonder whether improved coaching couldnt get more out of him. The above line graph shows his Madden 23 Rating Weekly Movement while below are . So, it was awesome., It was good. More than 300 of the top prospects will be put through on-field drills, medical testing, exams and interviews with team personnel and the media in advance of the 2023 NFL Draft. When glossing over the Patriots biggest roster needs, edge does not often appear at the top of the list. A former high school wide receiver, he could give the Patriots defense some of that lateral movement it lacked last year. So maybe a year or two as a backup with the Patriots could do him some good. Deen Worley. The Falcons depth chart looks a little different heading into Sunday's game at Tampa Bay. Maybe he doesnt make the team. 2022 Patriots draft profile: Montana State linebacker Troy Andersen is one of the best athletes in the entire draft, Broncos GM shares update on potential Patriots trade target Jerry Jeudy, Report: Patriots to work out free agent wide receiver, former Mac Jones teammate, Slade Bolden, New England Patriots links 03/01/23 - Pats already ahead of 2022; Options abound to build around Mac, Patriots assistant coach DeMarcus Covington receiving heavy praise at NFL Combine. It is highly recommended that you use the latest versions of a supported browser in order to receive an optimal viewing experience. 23.John Metchie, WR Alabama: Metchie is a natural fit given his experience with Mac Jones and the quickness that he possesses, as well as his experience running a diverse route tree. AlabamasBrian Robinson(American)earned 1,343 yards on the ground this year, but was also the Tides fourth-leading receiver in terms of total catches with 35. Brandon Bolden, who ended up absorbing Whites role for the remainder of the season, just turned 32 and is also a pending free agent. He was named first-team all-conference after finishing the season with 54 tackles, 11.5 for loss, and 6.5 sacks with one interception and five passes broken up. He's a turnover machine with 15 forced turnovers in his career (10 interceptions, five forced fumbles) and he is active against the run. Travon Walker, defensive end from Georgia, is my best overall fit in this class, but he, like quite a few others, should be long gone before the Patriots make their first selection. At Dillon HIgh, he also passed for 1,403 yards, rushed for 877, and accounted for 30 total touchdowns. His inconsistency during his final season is the only thing that is knocking him down the draft board toward the late first round. While a number of the top players at the position will be in Mobile this year, its unlikely theyll be on the Patriots radar. 41. 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Dylan Parham, OG Memphis: Versatile to play either guard spot with four years of starting experience, Parham has played a lot of college football. Versatile prospect with big play ability. He earned an 86.3 PFF grade for Montana State in 2021 and led the FCS in defensive stops (67). He stares them down until he gets the information he wants. TRADE! Troy Andersen LB Montana State 6-3 243 SR #15. Plus ball skills help his cause, but he'll likely need some developmental time though he has all the athleticism to be an NFL cornerback. Does he have positional versatility? 18. Playing at the heart of the defense would allow him to use his elite range as a second-level defender both versus the run and the pass. Dotson is a versatile receiver who can line up at multiple spots in the formation, and has big-play explosive ability. Troy Andersen Position: LB 6-4, 235lb (193cm, 106kg) College: Montana St. UtahsDevin Lloyd(National) is the consensus top linebacker in the class, but hell likely be off the board before the Patriots pick. Yusuf Corker(American) of Kentucky also was a multi-year starter, but at box safety. Hall is also the total package off the field, where his military family background is a nice fit for the kinds of players the Patriots look for. BTW: I just read a few things from the media guide about Troy Andersen. As expected at his size, hes also a strong run blocker. Metchie tore his ACL in 2021 and may not contribute right away. Odds & lines subject to change. The National Football League (NFL) today announced there will be two 2023 International Games in Germany next season. [9][10] Andersen played in the 2022 Senior Bowl. In a recent article by Kambui Bomani of Pro Football Focus, he identified Andersen as one of the draft's best small-school players. Smoke Monday, S Auburn: A passionate player who likes to hit, Monday fits a strong safety profile. Find out what the top 'experts' are predicting the Patriots will do in the first round of the 2023 NFL Draft. Two of those prospects, wide receivers Romeo Doubs (Nevada) and Christian Watson (North Dakota State),told reporters theyve spoken with the Patriots. Add in the fact that hes a two-time captain, and hes squarely in the such a Belichick player category. Playing opposite potential top-15 pick Sauce Gardner for the Bearcats, Bryant was tested often in 2021 and held his own. Phidarian Mathis, DT Alabama: Another member of the Crimson Tide, Mathis is a prototypical Patriot given his leadership, size and versatility to handle any assignment along the defensive line. He's undersized at 6-1, but that didn't stop the Patriots with Shaq Mason and Poe has similar athleticism. 5.Trent McDuffie, CB Washington: McDuffie is another prospect who might be a bit undersized but he's an easy cornerback fit for the Patriots given his play style and ability to make plays on the ball. Please also read our Privacy Notice and Terms of Use, which became effective December 20, 2019. Not does Andersen offer the athletic skills to play both off the ball and on the edge if used as a linebacker, he also has experience on the other side of the ball. He has a rare set of physical tools at 6-foot-2, 193 pounds and a 4.39-second 40-yard dash. 2.Devin Lloyd, LB Utah: Lloyd isn't too far behind Dean as far as linebacker fit in my view. Andersen combines an NFL-ready frame he measured at 6-foot-3, 243 pounds at the Scouting Combine with the agility and burst you would expect from a former running back (he was still playing the position as of 2019). MSU - 15 team National Champions (most recent 2021); 56 individual National Champions (most recent 2021). 29. to M S t U ber. Andersen's rookie year wasn't perfect but an indication of what could be in the future. Given the Patriots history of focusing in on Pro Bowl players, Dotson being the only wide receiver from the top group taking part in the game could put him in the spotlight move him up the teams draft board. Time waits for no man. Elam had some rough moments against the top programs (Alabama and Georgia), but showed progress throughout his college career as a starter. He's faced some of the best pass catchers in college and shown up well. He brings all the unteachable traits to the table, it will be on whatever team drafts him to coach him up. Like the wide receiver position, many of the top safeties in this years class will not be taking part in the Senior Bowl. Weight: 243 lbs. If you spell Troy Andersen in Scrabble . Despite being a three-year starter, he'll need time to develop into his frame, but once he does, he could emerge as a starting tackle. Cook can line up both in the backfield and split out in the formation, something the Patriots have had White do in the past. (Photo by Andy Lyons/Getty Images). Weaknesses: For all his impressive athleticism and sky-high potential, Andersen is a very raw player at this point in his development. Wan'Dale Robinson, WR Kentucky: Robinson's size might leave scouts thinking he might be only a slot receiver, but his electric quickness screams possibilities. Will he continue to get large chunks of . Northern IowasTrevor Penning(National) is another massive blocker at 6-foot-7, and is listed anywhere from 320-340 pounds (well get an official measurement from the Senior Bowl). Consider him a Day Two version of Nakobe Dean. No punter has played for the Patriots under two consecutive contracts since Rich Camarillo in the mid-80s. Mandatory Credit: Danny Wild-USA TODAY Sports. Coby Bryant, CB Cincinnati: Bryant was part of a stacked Cinci defense that features plenty of prospects in this year's draft. [4] He moved to quarterback before his sophomore season after two-year starter Chris Murray was ruled academically ineligible to play. Iowa StatesCharlie Kolar(National) is a textbook red zone threat. 2022-08-23-jaxon-smith-njigba. 21 overall. He can burn defenses in multiple ways, by winning 50/50 balls down the field or taking it himself off a screen. LEXINGTON, KENTUCKY SEPTEMBER 18: Darian Kinnard #70 of the Kentucky Wildcats against Chattanooga Mocs at Kroger Field on September 18, 2021 in Lexington, Kentucky. Those are the kinds of players the Patriots target in Round 2 and linebacker is a position where they might want to take a big swing. He's got some Dion Lewis to him. The Patriots have started to adapt a bit, recently adding athletically impressive players such as Mack Wilson, Raekwon McMillan and Cameron McGrone to the equation at the position. named to the National Football Foundation National All-Scholar Team, one of 13 honorees and the only player chosen from the FCS. The Falcons selected Troy Andersen with the No. 8.Zion Johnson, G Boston College: Johnson has it all as an offensive line prospect durability, versatility, and smarts. That's just what the Patriots need. New SGAnon File 33: France Under WH Control | Mil Alliance Protecting Leaders | Benedict Death: 2/3 Matrix Now Reclaimed. He could very well be a Day One starter given the current state of the cornerback depth chart. He has really good instincts for a guy whos been doing it for 10 minutes and handles the physical part of the position well. Then theres the biggest player taking part in the game this week. Nope. Hes experienced for a player at this point, as a four-year contributor at Rutgers. Falcons Digital Managing Editor. 1.Nakobe Dean, LB Georgia: Get past the questions about Dean's height and you'll find an excellent all-around player who could give the Patriots defense the kind of boost in playmaking that they need. [3], Andersen started games at both running back and linebacker as a true freshman and was named the Big Sky Conference Freshman of the Year after rushing for 515 yards and five touchdowns with seven receptions for 45 yards and one touchdown on offense on offense and recording nine tackles with one sack on defense. Hes also a strong blocker, which is something the Patriots value at the position. NEW ORLEANS, LOUISIANA JANUARY 01: JT Woods #22 of the Baylor Bears breaks up a pass intended for Urriah Shephard #35 of the Mississippi Rebels during the first quarter in the Allstate Sugar Bowl at Caesars Superdome on January 01, 2022 in New Orleans, Louisiana. He had a poor childhood growing up as a chicken and turkey farmer in Lancaster, California. Switched to quarterback the next year and was all-conference. 17.Drake Jackson, DE USC: Jackson is still a bit raw, but he has all the tools the Patriots look for to play along the edge of their defense. Has plenty of room to add some strength as well. Mitchell is a tough player. Montana State LB Troy Andersen, who recorded a position-best 4.42-second time in the 40-yard dash at the NFL Combine, posted a 3.99-second time in the short shuttle and a 6.72-second time in the 3-cone drill at his pro day Monday, April 4. He has man coverage traits and plenty of experience in man, but will need time to develop at the NFL level. The New England Patriots are focusing their attention on filling out their roster with young talent through the NFL draft, if owner Robert Krafts recent comments are any indication. If its the latter, theres a number of players in Mobile this week that could be fits. Top. So Melton, with the hands issues, would be an interesting player at this point in the draft as a flier. Andersen struggled with consistency despite going up against FCS competition, and his tackling is proof of that. With long term questions at the position for the Pats, Penning could serve as a swing back up for a season as he gets acclimated but would be ready to jump in if injuries strike. Montana State linebacker Troy Andersen has the chance to be an impact defender for the New England Patriots. Nick Folk is 37-years old and a pending free agent, while Quinn Nordin remains an unknown. Oct 7, 2021; Jonesboro, Arkansas, USA; Coastal Carolina Chanticleers tight end Isaiah Likely (4) runs with the ball after a catch for a touchdown during the second half against the Arkansas State Red Wolves at Centennial Bank Stadium. At this point, as a chicken and turkey farmer in Lancaster, California versatile. 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