Three GENIUS paths for the Patriots’ first three picks

Three GENIUS paths for the Patriots’ first three picks

Author: NBC Sports Boston March 26, 2026 Duration: 1:08:14
Phil Perry talks with Mike Renner to discuss three scenarios for the Patriots first three picks in the NFL Draft. What’s the best case scenario for the Patriots? WR with the first pick? Or should they address the Edge or Tackle position first?

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FINAL predictions for the Patriots' draft with Albert Breer [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 42:52
Albert Breer joins Phil Perry to break down their final predictions for what the New England Patriots could do in the NFL Draft. They discuss the possibility of the Patriots trading out of the first round, which offensiv…
Draft picks the Patriots HAVE TO consider with Todd McShay [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 30:55
Phil Perry is joined by Todd McShay of The Ringer to break down the Patriots’ draft outlook, including whether they can land multiple starters, a potential first-round run on offensive tackles and Phil’s top RB fits for…
Uncovering late-round SLEEPERS for the Patriots in the Draft [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 53:10
Phil Perry is joined by Emory Hunt of CBS Sports to break down his 2026 Draft Guide and identify the best late-round value picks for the New England Patriots. Plus, Phil dives into the mailbag to answer your latest quest…
Raging against draft groupthink to find overlooked GEMS for Patriots [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 59:11
Phil Perry talks with Fran Duffy to break down this year's "Tier Busters" in the upcoming draft. They break down the Patriots specific needs, and who may be available at their current draft positions. Also, Phil Perry br…
Mock Draft Extravaganza: Mike Vrabel Chooses VIOLENCE [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:06:35
Phil Perry catches you up on the latest Patriots news and breaks down his selection for New England at No. 31 in his most recent Mock Draft 3.0. Later, he answers your mailbag questions and talks with Trevor Sikkema abou…
Why moving on from Stefon Diggs is the RIGHT MOVE for the Patriots [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 34:52
Phil Perry explains why moving on from Diggs is the right move for the Patriots and discusses some possible WR options for the team next season. Steve Palazzolo and Sam Monson join to provide a step-by-step offseason pla…
Why the AJ Brown dream ISN’T DEAD just yet [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 24:21
Could the Patriots actually pull off a blockbuster move for A.J. Brown? Phil Perry sits down with NBC Sports Philadelphia’s Dave Zangaro to break down the reality of the situation. They dissect the trade rumors, analyze…
Combine buzz and finding VRABEL GUYS with Dane Brugler [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 30:39
Phil Perry reports the latest Patriots news and rumors from the NFL Scouting Combine in Indianapolis. What did we learn about the Patriots' offseason needs from Eliot Wolf? Later, The Athletic's Dane Brugler breaks down…