The New England Patriots have dire needs at the cornerback, linebacker and wide receiver positions with the draft ahead.
Bill Belichick traded for DeVante Parker and has a decent crew that features Jakobi Meyers, Kendrick Bourne and Nelson Agholor, but there’s plenty of potential No. 1 receivers in the draft. J.C. Jackson’s departure was a major hit to the secondary and he will be difficult to replace.
At linebacker, the Patriots have been looking to gain more speed and ability to cover. Georgia’s Nakobe Dean has been discussed heavily in relation to the Patriots and he would be a game-changer — but, he can very easily be drafted before the No. 21 pick.
