Patriots Well Stocked For 2nd, 3rd Round Of NFL Draft
BOSTON (CBS) – There is a lot of NFL Draft left for the Patriots.
New England has five selections in Friday's second and third rounds, including the first overall pick in the second round.
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The Patriots picked up an additional second rounder from the New Orleans Saints as part of a deal for the 28th overall pick on Thursday, in which the Saints drafted Alabama running back Mark Ingram.
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Here is what the Patriots are working with Friday night:
| Round | Pick (Overall) |
|---|---|
| 2 | #1 (33) |
| 2 | #24 (56) |
| 2 | #28 (60) |
| 3 | #10 (74) |
| 3 | #28 (92) |
| 4 | #28 (125) |
| 5 | #28 (159) |
| 6 | #28 (193) |
In drafting Nate Solder the team addressed their need on the offensive line, and will likely turn their attention to a pass rushing defender, either on the line or in a linebacker.
There is also a good chance the Patriots deal the 33rd pick, likely for a first rounder in 2012.
