Patriots Host Top Safety Prospect

0:00You're listening to NFL News today. Subscribe now for fast daily updates on your team. Emmanuel McNeil Warren, the standout safety from Toledo, is drawing strong interest from the New England Patriots ahead of the 2026 NFL. Draft. The Florida native earned second team all-American honors last season and put up impressive numbers with two interceptions. Five passes defended, and three forced fumbles. The Patriots revamped their secondary this off season after losing safety, Jalen Hawkins to the Baltimore Ravens in Free Agency. They brought in 32-year-old first team all-pro. Kevin Byard on a one-year deal, but they're clearly looking to add younger talent to the defensive backfield. McNeil Warren recently had a top 30 visit with the team, where he got to tour the facility and meet the entire coaching staff. He came away impressed and described the experience as positive overall. He's one of just 30 prospects the Patriots are hosting this off season, showing how seriously they're evaluating him.

1:02Meanwhile, he's lined up for another top 30 visit with the Cleveland Browns before Draft Day. Wily seen as a first-round talent, McNeil Warren could be a key piece for New England's future defense if they make a move to grab him early. Appreciation to our sponsor for backing this episode. No earbuds, no headbands, no awkward sleeping positions, just a pillow that plays your sound. S-O-L-I, solelypillow.com. Made in AI.