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Super Bowl 2019: How the New England Patriots were built through the NFL Draft
https://www.cbssports.com/nfl/news/...nd-patriots-were-built-through-the-nfl-draft/
(Offense)
...Takeaway
Belichick's ability to find powerful, highly athletic offensive linemen in the middle rounds has been a key piece to the Patriots success, especially this season. Of course, without Brady, New England's offense would be considerably different, but a lot of credit has to be given to the likes of Thuney, Mason and Co. up front and for Belichick for being patient and finding them outside the first two rounds. As for Michel, for as good as he's been of late, Belichick using a first-round pick on him was probably not the best value. However, for as much ridicule as teams have recently (and rightfully) received for taking a back that early, New England did have two first-round selections in 2018 and as a Super Bowl contender, adding a talented offensive piece isn't the worst idea...
(Defense)
Takeaway
Belichick has been able to get more out of Harmon, Flowers, and Roberts than anyone thought he could. McCourty started as a corner and has been one of the best safeties in the game for years now. Harmon and Flowers have standout athletic traits, and Roberts' high-energy playing style is an ideal fit in his sub-package role.
https://www.cbssports.com/nfl/news/...nd-patriots-were-built-through-the-nfl-draft/
(Offense)
...Takeaway
Belichick's ability to find powerful, highly athletic offensive linemen in the middle rounds has been a key piece to the Patriots success, especially this season. Of course, without Brady, New England's offense would be considerably different, but a lot of credit has to be given to the likes of Thuney, Mason and Co. up front and for Belichick for being patient and finding them outside the first two rounds. As for Michel, for as good as he's been of late, Belichick using a first-round pick on him was probably not the best value. However, for as much ridicule as teams have recently (and rightfully) received for taking a back that early, New England did have two first-round selections in 2018 and as a Super Bowl contender, adding a talented offensive piece isn't the worst idea...
(Defense)
Takeaway
Belichick has been able to get more out of Harmon, Flowers, and Roberts than anyone thought he could. McCourty started as a corner and has been one of the best safeties in the game for years now. Harmon and Flowers have standout athletic traits, and Roberts' high-energy playing style is an ideal fit in his sub-package role.