Here's an interesting situation to keep an eye on:
The 2026 NFL Draft will have a significant impact on current NFL players, pushing some out of starting roles.
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One of the players listed is none other than Miami OL Jonah Savaiinaea, who the Pats were rumored to be strongly considering at 38, before Miami traded up to take him at 37.
Savaiinaea played on the right side his entire college career. A natural RG, Arizona moved him to RT, not ideal for his footwork. Miami aggravated the problem by moving him to the left side, where his struggles made Jared Wilson look like the second coming of John Hannah.
Savaiinaea is very athletic for a RG, with a 4.95 40, 1.72 10-split, and 4.66 SS at 6'5" 324#.
I think he's a poor fit on the left side, but could be a dominant RG, with the ability to back up RT in a pinch.
The Dolphins reportedly plan to keep Savaiinaea at LG:
If he continues to struggle on the left side, I'd seriously consider exploring a trade, which should not cost a ton, and would allow the Pats to focus on other areas. He could just be a bust, but if the cost were a day 3 pick it would be worth a gamble. He's only 23, and this time a year ago the Pats were very bullish on him.
An OL of Campbell - AVT - Wilson - Savaiinaea - Iheanachor/Miller for 2027 could potentially be pretty nice.
Something to keep an eye on.
