DRAFT Welcome to New England - Texas A&M OT Dametrious Crownover (6th round, #196)

[PatsFan2]

Seems like fans have punched Crownover's ticket in Canton Ma already.

 

[mike_usagisan]

If crownover shows the ability to play some guard then thatd be amazing. You could then get away with 8 and technically have 2 backup options at both ot and og. If he can’t then we’ll likely need to carry 9 ol with another og on the roster.

Wolf mentioned that they thought Lumo could play G. So he may be an IOL backup, too.

 

[PatsFan2]

Wolf mentioned that they thought Lumo could play G. So he may be an IOL backup, too.

As long as Wolf is speaking from a Fifth person perspective. Noting Wolf says should be taken as gospel.

 

[mgteich]

Wolf mentioned that they thought Lumo could play G. So he may be an IOL backup, too.

That makes sense. Lumo is another Campbell. Both are solid LT starters, and could likely be solid starters at LG.

 

[PatsFan2]

That makes sense. Lumo is another Campbell. Both are solid LT starters, and could likely be solid starters at LG.

Wolf is the Guy who said Caeden Wallace could play RT- LT and now Guard. So glad we didn't see that experiment last year. Somebody should tell Misses Maye to watchout: Elliott Wolf might more than a statue erected to Drake Maye.

 

[turkeyneck]

Ive mentioned it a before. 6’7” at G is kind of tall. Not that it can’t be done. It is preferred in the 6’2” range but he has the agility

On the other hand, that new stubby RB can shoot thru his legs like a croquet ball - stealth.

 

[imahobgoblin]

Seems like fans have punched Crownover's ticket in Canton Ma already.

Kind of like you do for anyone who plays WR?

 

[Headcase]

Kind of like you do for anyone who plays WR?

For any team, at any level.

 

[PATSYLICIOUS]

Wolf mentioned that they thought Lumo could play G. So he may be an IOL backup, too.

This would be fantastic. The more versatility the better especially if it eliminates the need for an extra guard(unless we really do like wallace, i still haven’t gotten a great read on what he can offer)

 

[captain stone]

Patriots' Dametrious Crownover: Snagged by New England

Patriots' Dametrious Crownover: Snagged by New England

www.cbssports.com

Crownover (6-foot-7, 319 pounds) spent five years as a contributor at Texas A&M, and he started all 13 games in each of his final two seasons at right tackle. New England's first-round pick of the 2026 NFL Draft, Caleb Lomu, projects as the team's future starter at right tackle with Will Campbell already solidified on the left side, meaning Crownover will compete with the likes of James Hudson, Marcus Bryant, Sebastian Gutierrez and Lorenz Metz for depth reps as a rookie.

New England Patriots selected Texas A&M OL in sixth round of NFL draft

Texas A&M OL Dametrious Crownover is off the board, as the New England Patriots selected the Aggie starter in the sixth round.

aggieswire.usatoday.com

Crownover ended his productive A&M career with 1,886 snaps at right tackle for the Aggies. As a senior, he recorded 16 games at right tackle and allowed just two sacks on the year. Also allowing 27 pressures, Crownover's 6'7", 335-pound frame, and improved mechanics, he possesses the necessary athletic traits to become a reliable starter. His primary position is at right tackle.

According to Pro Football Focus, Crownover earned a 58.4 pass blocking grade, but did thrive as a run blocker, and has all the potential to become a lock-down tackle in pass protection if his footwork and hand placement improve with the new coaching staff. One of the top performers at the Senior Bowl, Crownover's potential was evident to every scout in attendance.

As a former tight end in high school, it's no surprise that Crownover, who was once considered a likely undrafted free agent, increased his stock in the matter of months, especially after 40-plus starts at right tackle in the SEC, which is highly valuable for any coaching staff.

Horned Frogs First Person: Namdi Obiazor - TCU Athletics

(as told to Lily Margaret Greenway)

gofrogs.com

One of my biggest motivations is being under-recruited out of high school. I knew the player I wanted to be, but it took people some time to see it. I had to prove who I am and what I can do. No matter where you are in your situation, keep going and try to get better every day. It might take one day or one week, but as long as you keep working, your opportunity will come.

The only decent pick from day 3. And it's not even Remotely ****ing Close.

 

[State]

The only decent pick from day 3. And it's not even Remotely ****ing Close.

True.

86 inch wingspan.

 

[mgteich]

This would be fantastic. The more versatility the better especially if it eliminates the need for an extra guard(unless we really do like wallace, i still haven’t gotten a great read on what he can offer)

I have hoped that he could be a backup on the right side at RT and RG.

For me, it make much more sense for him to learn to be a backup RG than to be a backup LT.

 

[DaBruinz]

Wolf is the Guy who said Caeden Wallace could play RT- LT and now Guard. So glad we didn't see that experiment last year. Somebody should tell Misses Maye to watchout: Elliott Wolf might more than a statue erected to Drake Maye.

Wolf was restating what the Penn State O-line coach stated. But you love pushing your garbage narratives..

 

[DaBruinz]

True.

86 inch wingspan.

What would you now. You're actually worse than stone. You make blind squirrels look like they have X-ray vision.

 

[Joey007]

The only decent pick from day 3. And it's not even Remotely ****ing Close.

We’re talking a bunch of 5th and 6th rounders since we didn’t have a 4. Wouldn’t lose sleep over a couple picks in a weak draft that were “head scratchers”

 

[mgteich]

We’re talking a bunch of 5th and 6th rounders since we didn’t have a 4. Wouldn’t lose sleep over a couple picks in a weak draft that were “head scratchers”

I tend to agree with the captain. I would have used a 6th to move up in the 5th to make sure I got Crownover or simply drafted him in the 5th. I would have trade for a 2027 pick and then drafted UDFA level players.

Instead we got Prunty in addition. Ok, congrats to the staff.

 

[moosekill]

I tend to agree with the captain. I would have used a 6th to move up in the 5th to make sure I got Crownover or simply drafted him in the 5th. I would have trade for a 2027 pick and then drafted UDFA level players.

Instead we got Prunty in addition. Ok, congrats to the staff.

lol anytime you agree with the Good Captain you are probably making a bad decision

 

[Joey007]

I tend to agree with the captain. I would have used a 6th to move up in the 5th to make sure I got Crownover or simply drafted him in the 5th. I would have trade for a 2027 pick and then drafted UDFA level players.

Instead we got Prunty in addition. Ok, congrats to the staff.

But this class kinda sucked. I don’t hate just taking guys you like some intangible's at that stage. It’s all project players anyway.

I wasn’t in love with the picks. But I didn’t have tons of guys I loved in that later stretch of the draft this year.

 

[n1997y]

But this class kinda sucked. I don’t hate just taking guys you like some intangible's at that stage. It’s all project players anyway.

I wasn’t in love with the picks. But I didn’t have tons of guys I loved in that later stretch of the draft this year.

They’re all projects, so writing them off before they even report for duty is premature.

For example, my first thoughts on Crownover were pessimistic, just based on size and draft position I expected he’d be a lughead with nothing but size going for him. Of course I liked his size but didn’t expect much beyond it. Watching his introductory press conference really opened my eyes. He’s reasonably articulate and on top of that what he was saying about coaches and coaching and playing techniques was very substantial. His answer to the question about how transitioning from TE to OT affected the way he sees the field was impressive. I’m now hoping that he’s a diamond in the rough that needs development because he’s coming from a small school environment after a position change, and that he will blossom with the Patriots coaches. I’d love to hear that he was buying Dante lunch on a regular basis!

 

[Uptown]