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What do you guys think?

Patriots to host Barwin on pre-draft visit - Reiss' Pieces - Boston.com

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BelichickFan

Probably just to placate the masses at patsfans.com

I would expect the Patriots to be interested in his athleticism combined with excellent production in his one year at the position; I don't expect them to take him at #23 though. #34 - if he's still there - maybe.

reflexblue

I think their seriously interested, and so is KC. IMO The other teams that worked him out as a TE wouldn't draft him until later in the day.
I don't think they would use #23 on him,but would wait until 34/48. I think we pick 48th.

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tombonneau

I'm sure it's legit interest. I've never bought into this smokescreen myth. You can bring in 30 guys, you're gonna bring in the ones you're interested, forget all this obfuscation nonsense. Besides, when the Pats are up, do you think they look at the teams in front of them and go "Quick! Someone pull out the report of the 30 guys the Eagles, Jaguars & Saints had in for a visit!" It's so much information that it loses any relevance.

Sometimes, it's just a cigar.

MetalBleachers

Barwin? Who's Barwin?

I'm not a big believer in smokescreens, esp. when there's a limit to players who can visit. Barwin fits the profile of a 3-4 OLB; the Pats want a few hours to talk to him about schemes. No biggie.

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mayoclinic

Why wouldn't it be legitimate? The Pats need OLB help and Barwin is one of the top 3-4 OLB prospects in the draft. He has versatility, athleticism, and strong intangibles. Why wouldn't they want to legitimately take a closer look at him?

Does it mean they are specifically targeting him? Of course not, not at this stage. I expect they will have several of Matthews, English, Ayers, Sintim, Brown and Maybin in for a visit as well. Last year Keith Rivers came as well as Jerod Mayo (I think Curtis Lofton came too). They need to spend time with these guys to get a better sense of how they fit, their understanding of their potential role in a 3-4 scheme, etc.

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stinkypete

anyone who is bringing in players for a visit just as a smokescreen is wasting a valuable scouting resource.

plus, are you really going to fool someone like pioli or parcells into reaching for need?

reflexblue

Never mind Barwin, i want to know who is this Adam Seward dude.

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Revman

I don't see smoke at all. I do believe that he is a serious candidate . However, I see him as a round 2 pick. If Pat's keep 34-this could be a good spot. He is talented - can be a player to bring into the system. I just don't want him at 23.