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Commentary: The Patriots addressed some issues (Drake Maye), while others (left tackle) still need to be part of the future thinking for New England.

If recent reports are to be believed, the Patriots had interest in acquiring a 49ers wide receiver to expedite said rebuild; meaning one of Deebo Samuel or Brandon Aiyuk. Between the two, Aiyuk is far more attractive as a long-term piece, a 26-year-old coming off consecutive 1,000-yard seasons and entering his physical prime.

Analysis: The draft is over, but the roster rebuild for the New England Patriots is simply moving on to the next phase.

The Patriots' offensive line remains a weakness, one of the groups. If Drake Maye is not protected, he could be ruined. Yet there are more ways to protect a young quarterback than a well-built offensive line.

Commentary: The Patriots addressed some issues (Drake Maye), while others (left tackle) still need to be part of the future thinking for New England.

The New England Patriots on Monday announced the release of an offensive lineman following the conclusion of the 2024 NFL Draft.

The Patriots addressed the offensive line with their third pick in the 2024 NFL Draft, adding Penn State tackle Caedan Wallace.

The Patriots added an offensive weapon for new quarterback Drake Maye in the second round. Now they're looking to protect him with their third-round pick. The Patriots selected Penn State offensive tackle Caedan Wallace with the 68th overall pick in the 2024 NFL Draft. Wallace, 24, started at right tackle for the Nittany Lions over the last four seasons.

Read the full transcript from Drake Maye's draft press conference on Thursday, April 25, 2024.

It’s officially Drake Maye time in New England.