And now? They could switch to a quick fix like Jimmy Garoppolo. Or they could sign a band-aid option like Ryan Fitzpatrick. But in any scenario, where are they building to? A negotiation will mean a real withdrawal of capital through the door and a significant limit. Hiring a free agent, considering the talent available in this year’s crop of potential signatories, may be nothing more than a year-round solution.
The draft is where most teams can really put themselves on the road to long-term strife. Patriots are no different. That’s why in this specific simulated seven-round team sketch, we will ensure that the Patriots come out with a real key piece in the most valuable position in the game.
In this exercise, the Patriots recognize that they don’t want to choose teenagers again anytime soon. They also recognize that this is a year in which a quarterback of the caliber of the franchise could be available beyond the first choices. Add everything and. . . it seems like a good year to trade. Way up.
Let’s get into that.