For the second straight year the New England Patriots took a versatile offensive lineman with their sixth round pick.
Last year the choice was Michael Onwenu, a certified home run who will play a significant role in New England for years to come, this year it was Colorado offensive lineman William Sherman, who they took with the 197th pick of the 2021 NFL Draft.
Here is your first look at why.
Depth piece at four offensive line spots
Though Sherman exclusively played tackle in his 30 collegiate games, many project him as a guard at the next level due to his short stature.