Patriots' Draft Dilemma: Trade for Brown or Draft Thomas?

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The NFL draft is five weeks away, and the New England Patriots hold the 31st overall

pick in the first round.

They face a big choice between trading up for a proven playmaker or adding a young talent

to their defense.

One hot option is swapping that pick to the Philadelphia Eagles for wide receiver AJ Brown.

That move could give their offense a major boost right away.

Earlier this week, a top Patriots reporter suggested skipping a wide out if the trade

falls through.

Instead, they should target an edge rusher to pair with their current lineup.

Oklahoma's R. Mason Thomas stands out as a prime candidate.

The 20-year-old speed demon weighs just 241 pounds, but brings explosive past rushing skills

from four college seasons.

The Patriots lost a key edge player to Washington in free agency and added Jermott Jones for

versatility.

Thomas could develop into their dedicated speed guy and strengthen the front four moving

forward.

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