2026 Draft: WR

Headcase · Mar 20, 2026

manxman2601 said:
It does a bit but then you just have to go back to the tape. I think the record setting at the combine is scaring agents who know their clients can't compete against those numbers and, while I think teams won't care that much, the agents are scared of the narrative that will surround their client.

The problem is that it was a record setting combine because only the people who knew they were fast ran....makes the numbers for comparison useless.

For a guy that already had speed/separation concerns all it makes you wonder is how bad is his speed. If we went out an ran 4.6, well that would be about what everyone kinda expected...but not running at all just makes you wonder.

PatsFan2 · Mar 20, 2026

mayoclinic said:
My main issue with Boston is that I have Chris Bell and Ted Hurst graded higher than Boston as X receivers, and both may be available later.

My take on the X:

Group A: 3 starters:

1a. Ted Hurst
1b. Chris Bell (would be 1a if not for injury)
3. Denzel Boston

Group B: 4 guys with starter potential but who I'm personally not that high on or who scare me:

- Chris Brazzell
- Ja'Kobi Lane
- Malachi Fields
- Bryce Lance

Group C: Developmental guys who probably won't contribute much right away, but who have a ton of upside:

- Jeff Caldwell
- Josh Cameron
- Reggie Virgil
- J. Michael Sturdivant
- CJ Daniels
- Eric McAlister

For me, I don't touch group B before the 4th round, and likely go from Group A to Group C.

Obviously, if you feel differently about the Group B guys, that changes the picture considerably.

Totally agree with the take on Tennessee's Chris Brazzell. Their WR's have not been good in the Pros lately. M Fields - B Lance and Ja'Kobi Lane are all intriguing: could probably get one in the Fourth Round. I really hope we Double Dip @ WR because Barefoot and Boutte are most likely gone after this year Pop Douglas also.

Headcase · Mar 20, 2026

PatsFan2 said:
What was is 40 time??

Did not attempt, agents decision (presumably.)

PatsFan2 · Mar 20, 2026

Headcase said:
Did not attempt, agents decision (presumably.)

With our history with Washington WR that Polk disaster... a 40 will have to factor in the final decision.

PatsFan2 · Mar 20, 2026

mayoclinic said:
My main issue with Boston is that I have Chris Bell and Ted Hurst graded higher than Boston as X receivers, and both may be available later.

My take on the X:

Group A: 3 starters:

1a. Ted Hurst
1b. Chris Bell (would be 1a if not for injury)
3. Denzel Boston

Group B: 4 guys with starter potential but who I'm personally not that high on or who scare me:

- Chris Brazzell
- Ja'Kobi Lane
- Malachi Fields
- Bryce Lance

Group C: Developmental guys who probably won't contribute much right away, but who have a ton of upside:

- Jeff Caldwell
- Josh Cameron
- Reggie Virgil
- J. Michael Sturdivant
- CJ Daniels
- Eric McAlister

For me, I don't touch group B before the 4th round, and likely go from Group A to Group C.

Obviously, if you feel differently about the Group B guys, that changes the picture considerably.

You forgot De'Zhaun Stribling 6-2 207.

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DoubleDeluxe · Mar 20, 2026

PatsFan2 said:
What was his 40 time??

Probably no worse than Nacuas!
I'n not advocating for Boston, just saying.

manxman2601 · Mar 20, 2026

This was not one of them.

PatsFan2 · Mar 20, 2026

manxman2601 said:
This was not one of them.

So why is that Guy^ slated for Day 3?? Strong WR class??

manxman2601 · Mar 20, 2026

PatsFan2 said:
So why is that Guy^ slated for Day 3?? Strong WR class??

He's not the fastest.

mayoclinic · Mar 20, 2026

He didn't run. I think you have to assume 4.5's or worse.

As Manx says, tape is king.

PatsFan2 · Mar 20, 2026

mayoclinic said:
He didn't run. I think you have to assume 4.5's or worse.

As Manx says, tape is king.

So what's the guesses on Boston?

mayoclinic · Mar 20, 2026

I just said, have to assume 4.5 or worse. Say 4.58 as a guess.

mayoclinic · Mar 20, 2026

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Username · Mar 20, 2026

I'm becoming increasingly convinced that when it's all said and done Chris Brazzell will be the best WR from this class...

stelfans · Mar 20, 2026

Im starting to lean towards Bell in the 2nd if he’s there. Perfect cost controlled AJ Brown. I’m sure it won’t happens but I’d be ecstatic.

mayoclinic · Mar 20, 2026

If not an EDGE (assuming EDGE not taken in the 1st round), my top options at 63 would be, in rough order:

- DT Caleb Banks (if he slips)
- S Treydan Stukes
- WR Chris Bell or Ted Hurst
- RB Mike Washington
- TE Eli Stowers or Sam Roush

DoubleDeluxe · Mar 20, 2026

mayoclinic said:
If not an EDGE (assuming EDGE not taken in the 1st round), my top options at 63 would be, in rough order:

- DT Caleb Banks (if he slips)
- S Treydan Stukes
- WR Chris Bell or Ted Hurst
- RB Mike Washington
- TE Eli Stowers or Sam Roush

I would take a LB at 63 ahead of a RB, depending which LBs are left of course.
Personal preference of course, I'm neither right nor wrong.

mayoclinic · Mar 20, 2026

Good call, my omission. Updated 63 non-EDGE list:

- DT Caleb Banks (if he slips)
- S Treydan Stukes
- WR Chris Bell or Ted Hurst
- LB Jake Golday or Jacob Rodriguez
- RB Mike Washington
- TE Eli Stowers or Sam Roush

mayoclinic · Mar 20, 2026

Username said:
I'm becoming increasingly convinced that when it's all said and done Chris Brazzell will be the best WR from this class...

Patriots draft profile: Chris Brazzell looks tailor-made for Drake Maye

Brazzell is one of the top wide receiver prospects in this year’s draft.

www.patspulpit.com

Username · Mar 21, 2026

mayoclinic said:
Patriots draft profile: Chris Brazzell looks tailor-made for Drake Maye

Brazzell is one of the top wide receiver prospects in this year’s draft.

www.patspulpit.com

Sometimes I think some of these fan sites write articles purely based off of message board posts

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