The New England Patriots have struggled for years at two of the NFL’s most important offensive positions: left tackle and No. 1 wide receiver.
On the eve of Day 1 of the 2025 NFL Draft, the Patriots are inexplicably still searching for answers at both of those spots.
The team did make a move to support new franchise quarterback Drake Maye this offseason by signing veteran WR Stefon Diggs to a three-year, $63.5 million contract. Diggs, 31, has been a legit WR1 throughout his career, especially during his four years with Josh Allen and the Buffalo Bills, but he’s attempting a comeback from a torn ACL in 2025, and it remains to be seen how much gas he has left in the tank.