The New England Patriots played it safe and addressed several needs at the 2024 NFL Draft, but should they have gone with a more aggressive approach by trading up to secure more talented players? NBC Sports Boston's Phil Perry is among those wondering if New England could have done more, specifically at the wide receiver position.
Placing an emphasis on offense, New England added weapons in wideouts Ja'Lynn Polk and Javon Baker with picks No. 37 and 110, respectively. Some fans were surprised to see the Patriots taking Polk with Texas receiver Adonai Mitchell still on the board -- the Indianapolis Colts eventually took Mitchell at pick No.