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Patriots Are Overwhelming Favorites To Land Travis Hunter In Latest

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It is officially mock draft season, even if the actual draft isn't for another four months, and there are still three games left to be played this year. It has become the focus for most Patriots fans, as the 2024 season is as disappointing, if not more so, than last, with the only silver lining being another projected top-5 selection. Because they already have their quarterback in Drake Maye, having that high of a pick opens many opportunities for the team to explore, starting with sticking and picking the best non-quarterback prospect of the... Who that could be continues to change as the weeks pass, but a pattern is starting to show that the the players most favored to land in New England are on offense. For a while, it had been Arizona receiver Tetairoa McMillan, but that has since shifted to Colorado dual threat Travis Hunter. Hunter is now the odds-on favorite, as he is considered the best overall prospect for this year's class regardless of position.

He would be the first player the Patriots drafted to win the Heisman Trophy, and he provides a solution to two of their most vulnerable positions heading into the 2025 offseason: receiver and cornerback. "What a boon this would be for the Patriots, landing Hunter at No. 3 overall to give the offense a dynamic receiving option who doubles as a sticky, instinctive cornerback." 300+ fan-dedicated sites. Thousands of stories. Millions of readers.

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The Tampa Bay Buccaneers have lost three of their last four games after Sunday's frustrating shootout defeat against the Buffalo Bills. Despite Baker Mayfield playing at an MVP level, the Bucs couldn't overcome mistakes from their head coach, defensive coordinator and special teams units. Mayfield wasn't perfect. He threw for... Are we all just forgetting what Gruden said and, more importantly, his lack of accomplishments with the Raiders? The author used artificial intelligence in the crafting of this article.

You may think there’s an obvious reason so many homeless people scream in fits of rage on the streets of Denver, often speaking nonsensically or with profanity. They may be on drugs, or they may be drunk, most would assume. With Selection Sunday only six days away, sports fans are focusing their attention on the schedule of the NCAA Division I men's basketball tournament. While March Madness rightfully deserves the majority of bankroll assets this month, sports bettors also find oddsmakers releasing some attractive NFL Draft markets. One of the elite prospects expected to be drafted early in the first round is Colorado star wideout/cornerback, Travis Hunter. The 2024 Heisman and Walter Camp Award winner hauled in 96 receptions for 1,258 receiving yards and scored 16 total touchdowns.

On defense, the two-way talent also posted impressive production, recording 35 tackles, 11 pass deflections, and four interceptions as a cornerback. DraftKings Sportsbook recently released a betting odds market projecting which team will draft Hunter in April’s NFL Draft. Besides bringing home the most prestigious award in the Heisman trophy, Hunter also became the first player in college football history to win both the Chuck Bednarik Award as the nation's top defensive player... In the initial offering, the Patriots are the favorites to land the 2024 Heisman recipient at odds of +185. Despite hiring a defensive-minded head coach in Mike Vrabel, the Patriots need to surround second-year franchise QB Drake Maye with offensive talent after scoring the third-fewest points (289) in the NFL last season. Colorado’s Heisman Trophy-winning cornerback/wide receiver Travis Hunter is likely heading to New England, if the betting odds are to be believed.

The Patriots are the betting favorites to draft Hunter, with +190 odds at DraftKings. New England owns the fourth overall pick in the draft, and has the highest pick among teams that aren’t looking to draft a quarterback. New England drafted Drake Maye last year and this year will be looking to draft players who can help build a team around Maye. Hunter is one of the most intriguing prospects in the history of the draft because he had such a unique college career, as one of the best players in football on both offense and... He won both the Chuck Bednarik Award as the best defensive player in college football and the Fred Biletnikoff Award as the best wide receiver in college football. NFL teams disagree about whether Hunter will play offense, defense or both at the next level, but wherever he plays he is likely to make a major impact.

The New England Patriots have the fourth overall pick in the 2025 NFL Draft, providing the franchise with an opportunity to land one of this year’s elite prospects with quarterback Cam Ward now expected... 1 pick. Weeks out from draft day, the biggest name being talked about is two-way player Travis Hunter. Hunter, the reigning Heisman Trophy winner, is viewed by a majority of teams as the top prospect in the 2025 NFL Draft. However, the quarterback-needy Tennessee Titans are expected to take Ward with the first pick and the exploding cost of salaries for edge rushers makes pass rusher Abdul Carter a top option. Related: New England Patriots have high asking price for a Joe Milton trade

New England already addresses its cornerback room this offseason, signing free agent Carlton Davis to a multi-year deal with $20 million per season. Paired with third-year cornerback Christian Gonzalez, the Patriots’ defense next season will field two high-end starters on the outside. However, there are plenty of other Patriots draft needs to address. If both the Titans and Cleveland Browns take quarterbacks, New England would be in a position to potentially take either Carter or Hunter. Alternatively, the club could use the fourth overall pick on offensive lineman Will Campbell or offensive tackle Armand Membou. If Hunter is available, that’s where things get interesting.

Travis Hunter is the unique NFL Draft prospect that has a chance to play multiple positions at a Pro Bowl level. The former Colorado standout is an intriguing wide receiver prospect but he has a chance to be a generational superstar at cornerback. As such, it's no surprise that Hunter is heading to the NFL Combine to potentially participate in drills with other defensive backs. The news that he is not currently listed as a wideout prospect will influence some team's opinions of where he should be drafted. The Patriots currently hold the No. 4 overall pick and are likely going to be the team most impacted by Hunter's decision to move forward as a cornerback.

New England's top offseason priority is to find a new No. 1 wide receiver capable of making life easy for second-year quarterback Drake Maye. The Patriots hired Mike Vrabel to overhaul the team's culture, but helping his young quarterback succeed is also a big part of his remit. The No. 4 overall pick represents a golden opportunity for the Patriots to land a young, cost-controlled pass catcher who can grow alongside Maye. A high-ceiling prospect like Tetairola McMillan could really unlock the team's passing game for years to come.

Of course, the Patriots might choose to risk trading out of the fourth spot to gain valuable draft capital and still land a talented wide receiver. They could make that sort of deal with a team that is interested in moving up to grab Hunter. He projects to be the sort of difference-maker who can elevate a playoff team to the heights of being a true Super Bowl contender. To put it simply, the Patriots aren't in the right position to draft a cornerback at No. 4 given the rebuild they are currently involved in. The New England Patriots may have missed the playoffs last season, but the future looks bright.

They hired Mike Vrabel, have the No.4 overall pick in the NFL Draft and have their franchise quarterback already in place. Drake Maye was a Pro Bowler in his first season, albeit a replacement. The Patriots can invest the No. 4 pick into another position of need. One of their biggest priorities will be finding a weapon for Maye, but in FOX Sports' latest mock draft the Patriots passed up on Heisman Trophy winner Travis Hunter who was surprisingly available. In the mock draft, Hunter was available at No.

4 after the Tennessee Titans selected Cam Ward, the Cleveland Browns selected Abdul Carter and the New York Giants selected Hunter's University of Colorado teammate Shedeur Sanders. The mock draft had the Patriots selecting University of Texas' offensive tackle Kelvin Banks. "While New England has several needs to address, the offensive line has to be the most crucial," wrote FOX Sports. "They were one of six teams this past season to have given up 52 sacks, and had the second-lowest pass block efficiency grade in the NFL in 2024 at 80.1, according to Pro Football... This season's Outland Trophy Award winner (given to the nation's best lineman) is a smart choice here." Hunter is a two-way star.

He could be an elite pass catcher for Maye while also providing help in the Patriots secondary. Positional need aside, he may be the best player in the draft. He led his conference in receptions and touchdowns and had 1,258 yards. He did that while also recording four interceptions, 11 passes defended, one forced fumble and 36 tackles as a corner. Passing on Hunter would surely be a question mark, but FOX predicts the Patriots will prioritize protecting Maye. Drake Maye talks about the sense of urgency for the Patriots to make the playoffs next season.

The New England Patriots don't need a quarterback in the first round of the 2025 NFL Draft, which gives them plenty of options to consider if they land a top-five pick. That's a likely scenario given the fact that New England currently owns the No. 3 pick with a 3-11 record entering Week 15. ESPN's Football Power Index gives the Patriots an 86 percent chance of landing a top-five selection. There are a few areas of the Patriots roster that badly need major upgrades. Left tackle might be the most glaring weakness on the roster.

It's arguably the most important position, especially when you have a young quarterback as talented as Drake Maye. Wide receiver is another position of need. The Patriots lack a true difference maker at wideout. Edge rusher and cornerback are two areas on defense that require bolstering. Subscribe to NBC Sports Boston's podcast network to hear our Insiders bring you the latest insights on your favorite teams! Phil Perry brings you his second NFL Mock Draft pick for the Patriots with the 4th overall pick, as a couple of trades before them secures New England a chance to draft a star

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