Patriots Eye Chris Brazzell II at No. 31 to Boost Offense

New England is eyeing Tennessee wide receiver Chris Brazzell II with its No. 31 pick in the first round. The 6‑ft‑4, 4.37‑second 40‑yard dashing receiver could add down‑field threat to an offense that will be missing Stefon Diggs after the team releases him on March 11.

Brazzell finished four seasons of college ball, starting at Tulane before transferring to Tennessee. In 40 career games he totaled 136 receptions for 2,072 yards and 16 touchdowns, making him a valuable addition to the Patriots’ passing attack.