New England Patriots – Mock Draft 7.0, Defense First

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New England Patriots – Mock Draft 7.0, Defense First

Steve Balestrieri

The prevailing theme in this mock was finding players who can attack on defense. There aren’t any big, two-gapping, monster-sized run stuffers here. All of the players on defense are the types who can attack, disrupt and penetrate.

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The first five picks are excellent. The rest is eh. I don't like Shepherd's instincts as a corner and he's susceptible to double moves. Whether or not that's due to being new to the position is up for debate. When he is in a position to make a play on the ball, however, he can usually do it. But I want a corner who can contribute immediately and, if we're looking for one outside of the first and second rounds, I would prefer Josh Shaw. Superior size, excellent upper body strength, doesn't bite as easily on double moves, and can line up at both CB and S. But I do love what you did on the OL and DL and Bell would be a nice looking option at WR, even if he isn't my top option.