Here’s the latest mock draft from Wes Bunting and I like 3 of the 4 picks he gives the Pats:
- 17: Cameron Jordan
- 28: Danny Watkins
- 33: Akeem Ayers
- 60: Ryan Williams
Ayers is the only one I take issue with, and I know a lot of other Pats fans out there share my sentiment. One thing that is an absolute must to play for the Patriots is to be tough and physical and I have yet to see any digital video (because who’s really watching video tape anymore honestly?) where he demonstrates that he possesses those traits.
He seems like a good athlete, and can make some plays, but I just don’t see him as a dominating presence who is ready for trench warfare against offensive lineman. We’re seeing Ayers go to the Jets in a lot of mocks and I’d be both shocked and happy to see that.
Ayers seems like an example of taking someone who has the physical dimensions and putting him on a team with a need for a 3-4 OLB. I hope the Patriots stay away…