The old adage is that the draft starts in Mobile. But, that did not ring true for the New England Patriots this offseason as their draft prep started these past few days at the East-West Shrine Bowl.
Despite the majority of New England’s coaching staff being out in Las Vegas for the Shrine Bowl, that did not mean the Patriots were not represented as the Senior Bowl kicked off Tuesday. Patriots defensive line coach DeMarcus Covington was on scene as he was elected as the American team’s defensive coordinator.
Much of New England’s other staff will likely join Covington down in Mobile after their Shrine Bowl duties conclude Thursday night, where they will get a look at even more draft eligible prospects.