What is the perfect remaining haul for the New England Patriots in the 2026 NFL Draft heading into Day Two of action?
Michigan defensive end Derrick Moore (8) forces Purdue quarterback Ryan Browne (15) to fumble during the first half at Michigan Stadium in Ann Arbor on Saturday, November 1, 2025.
While there is so much controversy surrounding the Mike Vrabel and Dianna Russini situation, the New England Patriots are pressed to trudge forward and navigate the 2026 NFL Draft. The three-day event got off to an interesting start, selecting Utah offensive tackle Caleb Lomu with their lone first round selection. It’s an interesting beginning to the chaos.
With Day Two set to kick off later tonight, it feels like the perfect time to project the remaining six rounds. That includes nine more total selections. It would be an extremely intriguing group of prospects.
Now on to Day Two of the draft. Here is a little bit of a mock draft that could fill several other big needs. It would create some more intrigue going into next season.
Remaining Patriots 2026 NFL mock draft
Moore is a ferocious pass rusher who plays with impressive power and effort. He will need to add some nuance to his game, but there is still intriguing upside to tap into in the future. This feels like a player that the Patriots will love.
I don’t think he has a very high ceiling… but Michigan EDGE Derrick Moore (#8) strikes me as a player who will be a key rotation player for a long time in the NFL. Super physical and relentless… understands how to soften angles despite not being very bendy. pic.twitter.com/c8W36Zefa2
— Ryan Roberts (@RiseNDraft) September 24, 2025
Burks has had inconsistent production over the last three seasons. There is, however, still a unique skill set to get excited about. When Burks is on his game, he is a vertical winner with a ton of upside after the catch.
Heading into the 2025 season, Bentley was on nobody’s radar. During the three previous seasons, he had only managed to haul in 11 total receptions. That all changed this year, and Bentley’s game is eerily similar to that of former NFL standout Vance McDonald.
Utah TE Dallen Bentley (#88) went into 2025 with just 11 catches for 134 yards and 2 TDs in his career (2022 at Snow College).
The 264-pound pass catcher hauled in 48 receptions for 620 yards and 6 TDs this season. He’s a late breakout with a unique skill set to develop. pic.twitter.com/za2WzJzO9u
— Ryan Roberts (@RiseNDraft) February 20, 2026
Barrett has become a very underrated player in the 2026 defensive tackle class. There is nothing flashy about his game, but Barrett is really strong at the point of attack. Without much pass rush upside, that could cause Barrett to fall a bit this weekend.
Barton’s athleticism has been zapped a good bit over the last couple of years due to some durability issues. Despite that, Barton is still an intriguing athlete with impressive size and versatility. He should, at worst, earn a role on special teams as a solid backup linebacker.
Blessed with length and good movement skills, there is some interesting developmental potential as an outside receiver. Even if his overall game never takes a step forward, that raw size, physicality, and upside could be an easy sticking point for him. This is a really sound dart throw.
Tucker began his career at Houston, but really blossomed as a pass rusher in 2025. He is an undersized rusher, but he has a notable first step, bend, and closing speed. There is a clear upside as a pass rush specialist.
Western Michigan EDGE Nadame Tucker (#11) is one of the more desirable Day 3 DPRs in the 2026 NFL Draft. Lack of size will limit his impact on early downs… but he has a knack for getting after the quarterback.
Plays with a good first step and overall effort as a rusher. pic.twitter.com/GWkgUc1hAk
— Ryan Roberts (@RiseNDraft) March 12, 2026
Huskey is a bigger safety with solid overall movement skills. There are some limitations in terms of quickness and flexibility, but there is an interesting skill set to take advantage of. He should potentially compete as a solid rotational player.
Dugger is a massive athlete with a ton of range on the second level. From a processing perspective, Dugger is very hit or miss right now. He is going to have to find a home on special teams to stick.
Louisiana LB Jaden Dugger (#3) brings an intriguing blend of length and movement skills… but his film is so hit or miss right now. Will need to find his sticking point as a core teamer early in his NFL career. pic.twitter.com/Pjwm9sHZaM
— Ryan Roberts (@RiseNDraft) February 24, 2026
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The Patriots continue to deal with the fallout from the Mike Vrabel-Dianna Russini scandal, even though there are just a few days left until the 2026 NFL Draft.