Improving at the wide receiver position could mean the difference between a successful and failed season for the New England Patriots. They ultimately control their fate regarding that outcome with the No. 14 overall pick of the 2023 NFL draft.
And there’s a good chance it won’t just stop there.
Regardless of whether the Patriots use their first-round pick on a receiver or not, they might end up double dipping at the position in hopes of landing on a player that can make an immediate impact on the roster.
There’s no question the team needs a legit No. 1 receiving option that can consistently separate and make plays on the outside. They could get it with speed, size or a combination of both in this year’s draft.
Here are 10 receivers for the Patriots to target.
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The solution for the Patriots isn’t just finding a big receiver and throwing him out wide. No, this is a team that needs a playmaker with the ball in his hands. When it comes to yards after the catch, Mims is one of the best in this year’s draft. Put the ball in his hands, and watch him go to work.
It’s as simple as that.
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Michael Wilson could be a tremendous pick-up if the draft ends up not being so hot on receiver selections. That could mean a big, physical option like Wilson could slide down the board.
The Patriots clearly need a No. 1 receiver, and Wilson could be just the player to contend for that role on offense. He’s also a former team captain at Stanford, which means he’ll come with the sort of leadership intangibles the Patriots love in their players.
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Who loves track star speed?
If that’s your jam, you’ll love Tennessee’s Jalin Hyatt. No, there aren’t a lot of subtleties to his game, especially in the route-running department. But he will line up and sprint past a defense. Mac Jones loved heaving up deep passes to DeVonta Smith and Jaylen Waddle at Alabama. Doing the same with Hyatt would be the sort of nostalgia he needs to get back on track.
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Jordan Addison is a nightmare to defend against considering he can line up anywhere at receiver. Do you need a burner over the top? Addison has the jets to make opposing defenses cry uncle. Do you need another guy to work in the slot? Addison has the footwork and short area quickness to get free…
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