The Patriots have a need for speed.
After selecting the fastest receiver in the NFL Draft in the second round, New England selected the fastest running back in the draft with its second fourth-round pick, drafting Pierre Strong Jr. (No. 127 overall).
Here are four things to know about the South Dakota State product, who joins a loaded Patriots backfield.
He’s very quick and athletic.
Strong showcased his speed at the NFL Scouting Combine in March. His 4.37 40-yard dash was the fastest among running back prospects in the 2022 class and the 16th-fastest among all prospects.