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Yahoo
21-04-2025
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- Yahoo
Patriots reportedly hosted rising DT draft prospect for visit
The New England Patriots are hosting Toledo defensive tackle Darius Alexander on a pre-draft visit, according to The Draft Network's Justin Melo. Alexander was a dynamic defensive player for Toledo during his career. He recorded 48 solo tackles, 68 assisted tackles, 8.5 sacks, one interception and one fumble recovery. Advertisement He had a strong season last year in particular, recording 40 total tackles, 3.5 sacks and an interception returned for a touchdown. His impressive performance on defense earned him First-Team All-MAC honors on defense. Per Melo, the Patriots are among 10-plus teams scheduled for a pre-draft visit with Alexander. So multiple teams are clearly doing their homework on the Toledo standout. The Patriots addressed the defensive tackle position in free agency with the blockbuster signing of former Philadelphia Eagles defender Milton Williams. However, there are still questions surrounding the health of Christian Barmore, who missed most of the 2024 season with blood clots. Advertisement He returned for offseason workouts, but it would make sense for the Patriots to seek out another defender to help with their defensive tackle depth. has Alexander projected as a third-round draft pick. The Patriots currently have two third-round picks heading into this year's draft. Follow Patriots Wire on Twitter and Facebook. This article originally appeared on Patriots Wire: 2025 NFL draft: Patriots hosted rising DT prospect for visit
USA Today
14-04-2025
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- USA Today
Patriots reportedly hosted rising DT draft prospect for visit
Patriots reportedly hosted rising DT draft prospect for visit The New England Patriots are hosting Toledo defensive tackle Darius Alexander on a pre-draft visit, according to The Draft Network's Justin Melo. Alexander was a dynamic defensive player for Toledo during his career. He recorded 48 solo tackles, 68 assisted tackles, 8.5 sacks, one interception and one fumble recovery. He had a strong season last year in particular, recording 40 total tackles, 3.5 sacks and an interception returned for a touchdown. His impressive performance on defense earned him First-Team All-MAC honors on defense. Per Melo, the Patriots are among 10-plus teams scheduled for a pre-draft visit with Alexander. So multiple teams are clearly doing their homework on the Toledo standout. The Patriots addressed the defensive tackle position in free agency with the blockbuster signing of former Philadelphia Eagles defender Milton Williams. However, there are still questions surrounding the health of Christian Barmore, who missed most of the 2024 season with blood clots. He returned for offseason workouts, but it would make sense for the Patriots to seek out another defender to help with their defensive tackle depth. has Alexander projected as a third-round draft pick. The Patriots currently have two third-round picks heading into this year's draft. Follow Patriots Wire on Twitter and Facebook.
Yahoo
09-04-2025
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- Yahoo
Patriots visiting with under-the-radar SEC receiver ahead of draft
The New England Patriots are hosting Auburn wide receiver KeAndre Lambert-Smith on a top-30 visit, per The Draft Network's Justin Melo. Lambert-Smith played for four seasons at Penn State, before transferring to Auburn prior to the 2024 season. He caught 50 passes for 981 yards and eight touchdowns last year. For his collegiate career, he tallied 176 receptions for 2,702 yards and 19 touchdowns. Advertisement Currently, he is projected to fall somewhere in the sixth round, according to New England could pick him up as a depth option at the position in the later rounds. This is notable, as they can focus on more premium positions earlier on. Lambert-Smith is a playmaker who functions best as an outside receiver. The Patriots could certainly benefit from more playmaking on the outside, as well as another weapon for second-year quarterback Drake Maye. Most view wideouts Demario Douglas and Kayshon Boutte as sixth-round steals for the team in 2023. Perhaps Lambert-Smith has the talent to someday be viewed in the same light. Advertisement Follow Patriots Wire on Twitter and Facebook. This article originally appeared on Patriots Wire: Patriots visiting with under-the-radar SEC receiver ahead of draft
USA Today
09-04-2025
- Sport
- USA Today
Patriots visiting with under-the-radar SEC receiver ahead of draft
Patriots visiting with under-the-radar SEC receiver ahead of draft The New England Patriots are hosting Auburn wide receiver KeAndre Lambert-Smith on a top-30 visit, per The Draft Network's Justin Melo. Lambert-Smith played for four seasons at Penn State, before transferring to Auburn prior to the 2024 season. He caught 50 passes for 981 yards and eight touchdowns last year. For his collegiate career, he tallied 176 receptions for 2,702 yards and 19 touchdowns. Currently, he is projected to fall somewhere in the sixth round, according to New England could pick him up as a depth option at the position in the later rounds. This is notable, as they can focus on more premium positions earlier on. Lambert-Smith is a playmaker who functions best as an outside receiver. The Patriots could certainly benefit from more playmaking on the outside, as well as another weapon for second-year quarterback Drake Maye. Most view wideouts Demario Douglas and Kayshon Boutte as sixth-round steals for the team in 2023. Perhaps Lambert-Smith has the talent to someday be viewed in the same light. Follow Patriots Wire on Twitter and Facebook.
