Patriots Considering Trade Offers as 2024 NFL Draft Approaches
ICARO Media Group
The New England Patriots are weighing their options as they approach the 2024 NFL Draft, specifically with regards to their third overall pick. Director of scouting Eliot Wolf has expressed the team's openness to trading the pick, but only for the right offer.
So far, the Patriots have reportedly received offers that have been less than impressive. However, teams like the Denver Broncos, Las Vegas Raiders, Minnesota Vikings, and New York Giants are rumored to be interested in moving up to select a quarterback.
The Giants, in particular, are said to be considering a move due to their quarterback situation. After giving Daniel Jones a lucrative contract in 2019, the team is reportedly experiencing buyer's remorse. If they were to trade up, offering their sixth overall pick in 2024, a second-round pick, and a future first-round pick may catch the Patriots' attention.
Meanwhile, the Vikings are also in the market for a long-term solution at quarterback, and they have their eye on UNC's Drake Maye. To secure the third pick, they could potentially offer their 11th and 23rd overall picks in 2024, as well as a 2025 first-round pick and a fourth-round pick.
The Broncos, who have been depleted of draft capital due to previous trades, may need to sweeten the pot by including a talented player in a potential deal. All-Pro cornerback Patrick Surtain II, along with their 2024 12th overall pick, could entice the Patriots.
Lastly, the Raiders are keeping a close eye on LSU's Jayden Daniels, whom head coach Antonio Pierce has a previous relationship with. To move up to the third pick, the Raiders are said to be willing to offer their 13th overall pick in 2024, a third-round pick, and future first-round picks in 2025 and 2026.
While the Patriots have yet to receive an offer that meets their high expectations, they are reportedly looking for a "blockbuster" deal to part ways with their third overall pick. The upcoming draft is bound to be an exciting event, with all eyes on the quarterbacks who are projected to be the first picks.
As the draft draws closer, it remains to be seen which team will be able to meet the Patriots' demands and secure that coveted third overall pick.