Patriots Target Linebacker Rodriguez in Draft

0:00It's March 26. Welcome in. This is NFL News Today, where football meets AI. The New England Patriots put together an impressive 14 wins, three losses regular season in 2025. They advanced through three playoff victories before falling to the Seattle Seahawks, 29-13 in the Super Bowl. Now the team is gearing up for another run at the title under Coach Mike Raeble. Experts see the defense as a key area to build on this offseason. Pro football focus predicts New England grabbing linebacker Jacob Rodriguez from Texas Tech with their 31st overall pick in the 20. 26 NFL draft. Rodriguez dominated college ball last year, earning top honors as the nation's best linebacker. He racked up 94 tackles with a nation, leading seven forced fumbles, plus four interceptions and solid coverage skills. Adding him could spark the Patriots defense right away. His knack for turnovers would bring more chaos up front, helping swing tie games and opening things up for the offense and crucial spots.

1:05Fans and analysts alike are watching how Rodriguez might fit in come training camp. If he pans out, he could anchor a unit ready to carry the team deep into the playoffs again.