2024 NFL Mock Draft roundup: First-round pick predictions for Patriots originally appeared on NBC Sports Boston
It's time for New England Patriots fans to start devoting at least some of their attention to college football because their team is likely going to have a top five pick in the 2024 NFL Draft.
The Patriots currently own the No. 5 pick with a 2-7 record. This franchise hasn't been 2-7 through nine games since 2000, which was Tom Brady and Bill Belichick's first year in New England.
The Patriots have a lot of needs on their roster, and several of the most glaring weak spots are on offense, including quarterback, left tackle, wide receiver and tight end.