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Despite big split with draft picks, Nick Caserio says Patriots will be ready

New England Patriots director of player personnel Nick Caserio held the team's annual pre-draft news conference at Gillette Stadium on Tuesday, and one topic of note was how the team approaches the wide split in its picks this year.

Without fourth- and fifth-round selections, the Patriots are scheduled to pick at No. 96 and wouldn't be on the clock again until No. 196 (all Patriots picks).

Caserio was asked the challenges that come with such a long delay.

"The most important thing is knowing the draft from top to bottom," he answered.