"The New England Patriots have found themselves in the Super Bowl against all odds. From worst to first in the AFC East, earning a playoff berth, and winning a trio of playoff games, Mike Vrabel's squad has made it further than even the biggest homer could have dreamed. Despite the team's sudden breakout, the roster's construction is far from complete. New England is in dire need of another playmaker on offense, as has been proven by their measly offensive performances over the past few weeks."
"Matchup nightmare is the theme as the Patriots select Kenyon Sadiq Round 1, Pick 23: TE Kenyon Sadiq, Oregon Trade: NE sends Pick 31 (1), Pick 95 (3), Pick 169 (5), and Pick 190 (6) to PHI for Pick 23 (1) The Patriots make a move up for an offensive weapon for Drake Maye. While Hunter Henry may seem to alleviate the need for a tight end, New England's use of 12 personnel makes Sadiq an all-too-legitimate first-round option."
The Patriots surged to the Super Bowl after a worst-to-first AFC East turnaround and three playoff wins. The roster still lacks a dynamic offensive playmaker and additional defensive edge depth. The team remains focused on building around quarterback Drake Maye while managing aging or departing contributors at tight end. New England currently holds the No. 31 projected pick but could slide to No. 32. The front office trades up to pick 23 to select Kenyon Sadiq from Oregon as a versatile receiving tight end who operated primarily in the slot and produced 51 catches, 560 yards, and 8 touchdowns this season.
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