Patriots' Draft Pick: Blake Miller, Clemson Tackle

0:00On April 23, the New England Patriots sit at the 31st pick in this year's NFL Draft, eyeing spots like Pass Russia, Wide Receiver, or Offensive Tackle on Thursday night. They might trade back, too, but with AJ. Brown likely joining after June 1st, receivers could be off the table now. Their line got better last season, yet the Super Bowl exposed gaps that need fixing. Morgan Moses, at 35, might be in his final year of right tackle, so protecting the franchise quarterback means planning ahead. Sports Illustrated's Albert Breer sees them grabbing Clemson Tackle Blake Miller right there in Round 1. At 6'7", and 3'17", Miller topped offensive tackles and athleticism at the combine. He started 54 college games, earned first team all ACC honors the last two years, and brings versatility to guard or tackle. He may not start right away, sitting behind Moses to learn the ropes. That sets up a smooth hand over next year, bolstering the line for the long haul, and

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