Patriots Target Lee Hunter in Round 2
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The New England Patriots bolster their offensive line with Utah tackle Caleb Lomu, securing their quarterbacks protection. Now, ESPN analyst Matt Miller predicts theyll target Texas Tech defensive tackle Lee Hunter in round two, praising his nose guard skills and versatility. Hunters four-year college career, including three starting seasons at UCF, has earned him 172 tackles, 32 for loss, and 7 sacks. With a trenches-heavy draft, the Patriots aim to fortify their interior, fueling fan excitement for future dominance.
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NFL News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! — Patriots Target Lee Hunter in Round 2. Machine-transcribed; use the interactive transcript above to jump the player to any line.
On April 24th, the New England Patriots kicked off the 2026 NFL draft strong by grabbing Utah offensive tackle Caleb Lomu with a 28th overall pick. This move locks down their offensive line, giving them a solid front to protect the quarterback moving forward. Now eyes are turning to the defense, especially the trenches. ESPN analyst Matt Miller has the Pats targeting Texas Tech defensive tackle Lee Hunter at pick number 63 in round 2. Miller calls it a trenches heavy draft so far, praising Hunter's activity up front with nose guard skills and the flexibility to shift across the sub-domine. Blind, Hunter built his game over four college seasons, starting three years at UCF before transferring to Texas Tech. In 52 games, he racked up 172 tackles, 32 for loss, and 7 sacks. With a second round looming, this mock has New England building a mean interior on both sides. Keeping fans hyped for more Pats dominance ahead.
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