The Patriots maintained their NFL Draft standing without stepping on the field in Week 11.
New England (2-8), which currently would have the third overall pick, watched during its bye week as the draft order continued to take shape.
The Patriots are one game behind the Panthers (1-9) for the NFL’s worst record and a half-game behind the 2-9 Cardinals, who lost to the Texans. Six teams are tied at 4-6, but the Falcons, Packers, and Buccaneers’ weaker strength of schedule gives them advantages in tiebreakers.
The Giants (3-8), led by rookie quarterback Tommy DeVito, won, 31-19, against the Commanders.