The New England Patriots have made their fourth pick of the 2018 NFL draft: With the 178th overall selection, the team selected linebacker Christian Sam out of Arizona State.
Name: Christian Sam
Position: Linebacker
School: Arizona State
Analysis: An agile defender, Sam has the ability to cover running backs and tight ends in the open field. He’s a record-setting tackler, racking up 225, along with 16 tackles for loss, 5 passes defended, 2 interceptions, and 3 forced fumbles over his two seasons as a starter.