Patriots Mock Draft 1.0, The Defense Never Rests :Pats Pub

Round 1, Pick 29 — Dee Ford, DE/OLB Auburn:
Ford turned a lot of heads at the Senior Bowl and at 6’2, 252 is not the proto-typical edge rusher that the Patriots have targeted in the past. But there is no over-looking his motor, and burst off the perimeter. With broad shoulders and long arms, Ford possesses great burst at the point of attack and while isn’t great at setting the edge in the running game, is a bit underrated in that aspect, showing better than average strength.

Nice mock from Steve and I think I really need to start taking an even closer look at the high end defensive ends. The question is whether or not a designated pass rusher is worthy of a first round pick. 

Again, they’re in sub at least 60% of the time. Maybe a guy can’t do much more than rush off the edge at first, but if he has elite burst he can make an impact while he develops. 

Just something to think about. Nice overall mock with some players I really like.