The New England Patriots have had struggles finding stability at the tight end position ever since the departure of Rob Gronkowski. So a way-too-early ESPN mock draft has the Patriots using their 2024 first-round draft pick on Georgia tight end Brock Bowers.
Bowers would bring the explosive playmaking element that has been missing at the position for the Patriots. He has recorded 119 catches for 1,824 yards and 20 touchdowns in two seasons with the Bulldogs.
However, there is a caveat to this draft selection. The Patriots would be taking Bowers 12th overall in the draft.