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Should Patriots Fans Be Worried About Their Draft Picks?

<p>So, when we saw Bill Belichick draft a kicker and a punter, we were like, &#8220;What?!" But hey, they go by their numerical grade, not the round grade. Still, you have to wonder if it&#8217;s worth it.</p>
<h3>Chad Ryland: Too Soon?</h3>
<p>Now, <strong>Chad Ryland</strong> is a solid kicker, but grabbing him in the 4th round? That&#8217;s pretty rich. Usually, you&#8217;d wait for the 6th or 7th round or snag an undrafted free agent. Two special teamers in one draft? That&#8217;s surprising.</p>
<h3>The Silver Lining: Christian Gonzalez</h3>
<p>But let&#8217;s focus on the positives. The Pats got an excellent value corner in <strong>Christian Gonzalez</strong> at 17. Sure, he dropped down because he&#8217;s not physical enough and sometimes misses plays, but he&#8217;s a fantastic athlete with great size. This pick is a win for the Patriots.</p>
<h3><strong>Keion White</strong>: A Steal in the Second Round</h3>
<p>Remember <strong>Keion White</strong> from Georgia Tech? Projected as a first-rounder and even invited to the draft, the Pats snagged him 15th overall in the second round. That&#8217;s a great deal!</p>
<h3>Mau: The Sleeper Inside Linebacker</h3>
<p><strong>Marte Mapu</strong>, the sleeper inside linebacker from Sacramento State, got on the map after the Senior Bowl. He&#8217;s versatile, with the ability to play safety too.</p>
<h3>Trusting the Patriots&#8217; Process</h3>
<p>Sure, the Patriots&#8217; draft choices might make us scratch our heads, but it&#8217;s all about how Bill Belichick makes these guys fit. And if you&#8217;re a Pats fan, be stoked about the<strong> Christian Gonzalez</strong> pick at 17 – he&#8217;s a real gem!</p>


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