Most of the 2025 NFL mock drafts that have been released follow a familiar script for the Patriots.
If it’s not New England taking the “best player available” in reigning Heisman Trophy winner Travis Hunter, it’s usually a pivot to an offensive tackle like Will Campbell or Kelvin Banks Jr. — or another impactful wideout like Tetairoa McMillan.
But Kyle Crabbs of the 33rd Team broke from the usual narratives with his latest mock draft — predicting that New England stands pat with the No. 2 overall pick and select Penn State pass rusher Abdul Carter.