DeMario Douglas has shown signs of being a solid slot receiver in the NFL while second-round pick Ja’Lynn Polk and fourth-round pick Javon Baker struggled as rookies in 2024. Beyond Vrabel ...

I think the new regime is a double-edged sword for Ja’Lynn Polk and Javon Baker. On the plus side, yes, they get clean slates under Vrabel, McDaniels, whoever is chosen as wide receivers coach ...

The Patriots have needs up and down their roster heading into the offseason ... at wide receiver last year (Ja’Lynn Polk and Javon Baker), it probably isn’t their best option.

The Patriots could have added more offensive line help with this pick, but the opportunity to come away with a two-time Pro Bowl receiver was too enticing to turn down. DK Metcalf is ... like Ja’Lynn ...