Meet the New England Patriots' 2025 NFL Draft class: Mike Vrabel and Eliot Wolf add talented new players to get back on top

The 2025 NFL Draft has come to an end, and the New England Patriots have added some important pieces to their roster as Mike Vrabel looks to turn things around. New England worked to add some key players during the offseason in free agency, but now they have some promising rookies who's main focus is […]

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The 2025 NFL Draft has come to an end, and the New England Patriots have added some important pieces to their roster as Mike Vrabel looks to turn things around.

New England worked to add some key players during the offseason in free agency, but now they have some promising rookies who's main focus is to come in, work, and prove themselves.

Some picks by the Patriots were expected, while others came as a surprise.

Here is New England's 2025 Final Draft Class: 


Round 1, No. 4: LSU OT Will Campbell

Patriots OT Will Campbell
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"I'm going to fight and die to protect him with everything I've got."

That's what Patriots first-round pick Will Campbell said about quarterback Drake Maye after getting drafted with the fourth overall pick. 

From that alone, it's clear New England got a good one.

Campbell was the favorite for the Patriots to take in the first round, having impressed the team during all their meetings. He started 38 straight games at left tackle during his time at LSU, and is the favorite to be the team's starting left tackle when the season begins. 


Round 2, No. 38: Ohio State RB TreVeyon Henderson

Ohio State's longest run against Akron was a 21-yarder by TreVeyon Henderson.
Ohio State’s longest run against Akron was a 21-yarder by TreVeyon Henderson.Adam Cairns/Columbus Dispatch / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images

This pick came as somewhat of a surprise considering the Patriots didn't have a huge need at running back with Rhamondre Stevenson and Antonio Gibson on the roster. But Henderson was one of those cases where they took the best player available. 

Executive vice president of player personnel Eliot Wolf described him as an "extremely productive player" with "extremely good speed," who can contribute at "pass protection (and the) pass game."

Wolf went on to call him "a little bit undersized," but still sees him as a three-down back. 

Last season, he finished with 144 carries for 1,016 rushing yards and 10 rushing touchdowns along with 27 receptions for 284 receiving yards and 1 receiving touchdowns. 


Round 3, No. 69: Washington State WR Kyle Williams

Jan 28, 2025; Mobile, AL, USA; National team wide receiver Kyle Williams of Washington State (11) sets up at the line during Senior Bowl practice for the National team at Hancock Whitney Stadium.
Kyle Williams of Washington State (11) sets up at the line during Senior Bowl practice.Vasha Hunt-Imagn Images

Wolf also describe Kyle Williams as "undersized," but said that he "can play outside and inside (and is) really good with the ball in his hands."

"He doesn’t shy away from anything, he can block, and just, you know, had the opportunity to visit with him on his 30 visit here, and he really has a great personality," Wolf said. "We’re excited about what he’s going to add to the room from that perspective.”

Last season at Washington State, Williams had a career high 70 receptions for 1,198 yards and 14 touchdowns. He's a deep ball threat that the Patriots can develop.


Round 3, No. 95: Georgia C Jared Wilson

Georgia Bulldogs offensive lineman Jared Wilson (55) prepares to snap the ball during the first half against the Mississippi Rebels at Vaught-Hemingway Stadium.
Georgia Bulldogs offensive lineman Jared Wilson (55) prepares to snap the ball during the first half against the Mississippi Rebels at Vaught-Hemingway Stadium.Petre Thomas-Imagn Images

Jared Wilson only had one season starting at center, but that was enough for the Patriots to see his value. After releasing David Andrews this offseason, New England is looking for their next long-term fix at the position. And Wilson brings that. 

But, what also appeals is that he has "center-guard flex" according to Wolf. 


Round 4, No. 106: California S Craig Woodson

Feb 28, 2025; Indianapolis, IN, USA; California defensive back Craig Woodson (DB56) participates in drills during the 2025 NFL Combine at Lucas Oil Stadium.
Feb 28, 2025; Indianapolis, IN, USA; California defensive back Craig Woodson (DB56) participates in drills during the 2025 NFL Combine at Lucas Oil Stadium.Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

Craig Woodson brings versatility and physicality to the Patriots. The safety out of Cal even admitted after being drafted that he likes to hit. 

"Hitting people is what I've been liked to do since a kid," he said. "Running up, hitting somebody, smacking them. That's really the thrill of the game. That's what I love. Running and hitting."

Across his college career where he was a three-year starter at Cal, he finished with five interceptions, 21 pass breakups, three forced fumbles and nine tackles for loss.

And then, there's the fact that he can also contribute on special teams. 

While the Patriots didn't have a need at safety, Woodson brings depth to the position and it seems like the situation of taking the best player available at the time. 


Round 4, No. 137: Florida State DT Joshua Farmer

Sep 14, 2024; Tallahassee, Florida, USA; Florida State Seminoles defensive lineman Joshua Farmer (5) celebrates after a defensive stop against the Memphis Tigers during the first half at Doak S. Campbell Stadium.
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The Patriots needed a defensive tackle and they got one who is extremely motivated to prove himself in the NFL. New England even traded up for Joshua Farmer. 

And when speaking with reporters, he said that he has already had a chance to speak with Milton Williams, having a discussion with him for 30 minutes during his 30 visit. So, they are already building that connection. 

There is also the unknown with Christian Barmore who's status remains in question due to blood clots. So adding a depth piece was key. 

Farmer ran a 5.11-second 40-yard dash and finished the 2024 season with four sacks. 


Round 5, No. 146: LSU Edge Bradyn Swinson

Oct 12, 2024; Baton Rouge, Louisiana, USA; LSU Tigers defensive end Bradyn Swinson (4) sacks Mississippi Rebels quarterback Jaxson Dart (2) during the second half at Tiger Stadium.
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Steal!

Bradyn Swinson was expected to be gone as early as the third round, but when the Patriots were on the clock in the fifth round, they snagged him, filling their need for a pass rusher. 

Swinson finished with 8.5 sacks with 59 tackles, 2 forced fumbles, and 3 pass deflections last season at LSU. So what type of player did the Patriots get exactly? 

"A player that's going to do whatever the team needs. You're going to get a dog, though. You're getting a dog," he said. "That's off rip. You got a steal. Honestly, just a guy that’s going to work hard every day, and is going to handle his 1-11, and is looking to help change the culture there, and add to the winning that's going on. You're getting a dog, for sure.


Round 6, No. 182: Miami K Andres Borregales

Nov 23, 2024; Miami Gardens, Florida, USA; Miami Hurricanes place kicker Andres Borregales (30) blows a kiss before the game against the Wake Forest Demon Deacons at Hard Rock Stadium
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Andres Borregales was considered to be one of the best kickers in the draft, so New England decided to go for it and be the first team to take a kicker. Borregales went 18-of-19 on field goals and 62-of-62 on extra points last season. Specifically, he was 2-of-2 from 50-yard plus.

This adds some competition for John Parker Romo, who was the Patriots lone kicker until Saturday. 


Round 7, No. 220: Missouri OT Marcus Bryant

Oct 12, 2024; Amherst, Massachusetts, USA; Missouri Tigers offensive lineman Marcus Bryant (52) at the line of scrimmage during the first half against the Missouri Tigers at Warren McGuirk Alumni Stadium.
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New England needed to double-dip for offensive tackles and they did just that with their first pick in the seventh round. Marcus Bryant was at SMU before transferring to Missouri last season where he played left tackle across from Armand Membou, who was drafted by the New York Jets with the seventh overall pick. 

He ran an impressive 4.97 seconds in the 40-yard dash and will join fellow rookie Will Campbell at the tackle position.  


Round 7, No. 251: Vanderbilt LS Julian Ashby

Vanderbilt place kicker Brock Taylor (88) celebrates his field goal against Ball State with long snapper Julian Ashby (48) during the fourth quarter at FirstBank Stadium in Nashville,
Vanderbilt place kicker Brock Taylor (88) celebrates his field goal against Ball State with long snapper Julian Ashby (48) during the fourth quarter at FirstBank Stadium in Nashville,Andrew Nelles / The Tennessean / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images

The Patriots have veteran long snapper Joe Cardona on the roster who still has two years remaining, but this could be a pick that is preparing for the future. 


Round 7, No. 257 (Mr. Irrelevant): Memphis CB Kobee Minor

Oct 12, 2024; Orlando, Florida, USA; Memphis Tigers defensive back Kobee Minor breaks up a Hail Mary pass against the South Florida Bulls in the second quarter at Camping World Stadium.
Oct 12, 2024; Orlando, Florida, USA; Memphis Tigers defensive back Kobee Minor breaks up a Hail Mary pass against the South Florida Bulls in the second quarter at Camping World Stadium.Nathan Ray Seebeck-Imagn Images

The Patriots used their last pick on a defensive player, adding more depth at the cornerback position. Kobee Minor ran a 4.56 in the 40 yard dash, finishing with 38 tackles, 0 interceptions, 2 forced fumbles, 6 pass breakups during the 2024 season. 


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