Meet the New England Patriots' 2024 NFL Draft Class

The New England Patriots got their guy with the third overall pick on Thursday night. While there said they were open to trading the pick, none of the offers were big enough, and in the end they knew they wanted Drake Maye to be the next face of the franchise. 

Round 2, Pick No. 37: Washington WR Ja'Lynn Polk

After getting the quarterback, the next big need was a wide receiver. And the Patriots picked a quality one in Ja'Lynn Polk. He is versatile, having the ability to play X, Z, or in the slot. And he already has experience working with the Patriots new receivers coach Tyler Hughes, who was a quality control coach at Washington last year.

Round 3, Pick No. 68: Penn State OT Caedan Wallace

While the Patriots big need was a left tackle, they took a right tackle instead. But after speaking with Caedan Wallace and Eliot Wolf, the belief is that he will be able to make the transition to the left side. 

Round 4, Pick No. 103: Texas A&M OG Layden Robinson

To start Day 3, the Patriots took another offensive lineman, but this time it was a guard. However, he made sure to emphasize that he's willing and comfortable to play at other positions. Layden Robinson is a guy who is ready to come in and get to work, which is exactly what New England needs. 

Round 4, Pick No. 110: UCF WR Javon Baker

If the Patriots wanted a hard worker with a lot of confidence, they found their guy in University of Central Florida receiver Javon Baker. This is a guy who thought he should go earlier, so he has a lot to prove. And he wants to do it in New England. 

Round 6, Pick No. 180: South Carolina CB Marcellas Dial

The only defensive player to be taken by the Patriots is Marcellas Dial who will help fill the shoes of Myles Bryant who left in free agency. He is versatile and will be a great addition to the room.

Round 6, Pick No. 193: Tennessee QB Joe Milton III

An unexpected pick for the Patriots by bringing in another quarterback, but it's one that could truly work out for them. Joe Milton has a very impressive arm which will match well with Maye. 

Round 7, Pick No. 231: Florida State TE Jaheim Bell

The last pick for the Patriots in the 2024 NFL Draft was another offensive player for the Patriots. A tight end from Florida State, Jaheim Bell played in 13 games with nine starts, finishing with 39 receptions for 503 yards and two touchdowns.