Share this: The 2017 NFL Draft is over, but the work is just beginning for the New England Patriots, who still have to fill out their 90-man roster. The Patriots came away from the draft with just four selections, picking defensive ends Derek Rivers and Deatrich Wise and offensive tackles Antonio Garcia and Conor McDermott. They also acquired tight end James O’Shaughnessy from the Kansas City Chiefs, bringing their 90-man roster up to just 70 players. What does that mean? They’ll be very active in the process of signing undrafted free agents. The Patriots have had a small class of rookie free agents over the past two seasons as veteran players have filled up the majority of their roster. The Patriots were active signing
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Which Patriots Draft Pick Has Best Chance To Make Immediate Impact?
The New England Patriots weren’t very active in the 2017 NFL Draft, as they only made four selections. But you might not have to wait very long to see the players they did draft make an impact on the gridiron, including their first pick, defensive end Derek Rivers. Hear what NESN.com Patriots beat reporter Doug Kyed told Emerson Lotzia about Rivers and more in the video above from “NESN Sports Today,” presented by People’s United Bank. ... NESN.com