After the Patriots went through a roller coaster of quarterbacks last season, it would make sense for them to prioritize the next franchise player. After all, that was current New England wide receiver Kendrick Bourne’s most recent offer. But if the Patriots decide to pivot because their best player is off the board, former tight end Rob Gronkowski suggested who they should replace.
“I can’t beat Bogo with this pick. I mean, this is the highest draft pick in a long time…” Gronkowski said. “But if they don’t select a quarterback, I think Drake May or Caleb Williams will be left out. A solid pick in my opinion, a sure lock that won’t fail… Marvin Harrison Jr. at wide receiver.Gronk’s Harrison Jr. proposal Of course, the Patriots’ offense has lacked playmakers aside from poor quarterback play.
With Tom Brady playing under center, the Patriots don’t appear to have a legitimate No. 1 option.The 6-foot-1 player is the son of Pro Football Hall of Famer Marvin Harrison Sr. Good size to play in an NFL offense, especially as a Prototype X receiver.
Patriots WR Kendrick BournePatriots’ Kendrick Bourne says he wants the third overall pick in the draft.Over the past two seasons with the Ohio State Buckeyes, Harrison has established himself as one of the best receivers of his generation, recording 144 receptions for 2,474 yards and 28 touchdowns in 25 games.
