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Patriots Linked to Offensive Tackle at No. 31 as Successor to Morgan Moses

New projections prioritize a developmental tackle at the end of Round 1 to set up a smooth transition at right tackle.

The Patriots could use some depth at offensive tackle.

Overview

  • Multiple mock drafts now tie New England’s No. 31 pick to an offensive tackle, with the move framed as planning rather than an immediate roster fix.
  • The Athletic’s Chad Graff and NFL.com’s Eric Edholm connect Arizona State’s Max Iheanachor to the pick as a high-upside option who could learn for a year.
  • Yahoo Sports’ Charles McDonald projects Clemson’s Blake Miller at 31, citing 54 career starts and a top athleticism score among tackles at the combine.
  • Morgan Moses, 35, is expected to hold the right tackle job in 2026, driving interest in a successor who can develop behind him.
  • The choice could hinge on who reaches 31 and whether the Patriots prioritize tackle depth over a more immediate need like edge rusher, with the draft set for April 23–25 in Pittsburgh.