Patriots Eye Edge Rushers in NFL Draft

0:00It's April 23rd. This is NFL News Today, powered by AI tracking teams, players, and standings. The New England Patriots are buzzing with links to three edge rushers ahead of Thursday's first round in the 2026 NFL Draft. Texas A&Ms, Cassius Howe, UCFs, Malachi Lawrence, and Clemson's TJ Parker keep coming up and reports from folks like Chad Graf at the Athletic. These guys could fill a big gap on the past defense. Howell Stats pop with 31 tackles in 11.5 sacks over 13 games for the Aggies. Lawrence notch 28 tackles in 7 sacks for the Knights. Parker added 5 sacks and 37 tackles in just 12 games for Clemson. Everyone knows New England needs fresh legs on the edge. Their top guys right now are Harold Landry III and Dre Mot Jones. Landry dealt with injuries last season and his 30 years old this June. Jones brings some solid pass rush, but he's more of a replacement level piece like Kalevon

1:00Sheson was. The paths have to get younger and sharper up front to compete. Draft day could change that story quick watch if they snag one of these prospects to boost the line.