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Week 16 Injury Report: Patriots at Bills

After giving up track & field dreams, Patriots medical fellow Kyra Caldwell realized new career goals

Film Review | Brian Hoyer Spotlights Drake Maye vs. Arizona Cardinals 

Head Coach Jerod Mayo Discusses Week 15 Loss and Preparing for the Bills | Patriots All Access

Patriots Rising Star Christian Gonzalez Has Sights Set on Earning All-Pro Honors

Head Coach Jerod Mayo 12/20: "Friday is about tightening the screws and getting ready to play the best team in the NFL right now"

Photos: Pics From The Practice Field | Week 16

Patriots Unfiltered on TV | Cardinals Recap, Bills Preview

Statement from the New England Patriots on DL Christian Barmore

Patriots Catch-22: 3 Up/Down vs. Cardinals, Bills Preview, NFL Draft Talk

Head Coach Jerod Mayo on Dealing with Criticism | Side of Mayo

Patriots Unfiltered: NFL Week 16 Picks, Bills Preview, Thursday Practice Report

Patriots Gameplan: Breaking Down Drake Maye vs. Josh Allen in the Pats Rookie's First Trip to Buffalo on Sunday

10 to Watch: Patriots Face Final Road Test vs. Bills

Alex Van Pelt 12/19: "It's all about progression and getting better each week"

DeMarcus Covington 12/19: "Every time we get out on the field is an opportunity for us"

2011 Writers' Mock Draft

Since we can't get into the draft rooms to see every team's board, we checked with those who have a strong knowledge of each NFL team, the writers assigned to cover them.

Apr 11, 2011 at 07:00 AM

Pk. Team Player Pos. School Writer Making Selection Other Needs
1.

Another red carpet pose from the 2014 Met Gala.

Cam Newton QB Auburn Darin Gantt, 

         Charlotte Observer</td>
         <td valign="top">DT, DB, WR</td>
     </tr>
     <tr>
         <td valign="top" colspan="7">**Writer's comment:** After making do for years at QB, the Panthers need to bite the bullet and Newton offers the best chance to give them a franchise QB.  

          </td>
     </tr>
     <tr>
         <td valign="top" width="14">**2.**</td>
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Gisele shows off her Balenciaga gown.

Von Miller OLB Texas A&M Mike Klis, 

         Denver Post</td>
         <td valign="top">DT, S, TE, RB</td>
     </tr>
     <tr>
         <td valign="top" colspan="7">**Writer's comment:** Broncos need a pass rusher and Miller is the best in the draft. He's also strong and fast enough to cover TEs, a major weakness in 2010.  

          </td>
     </tr>
     <tr>
         <td valign="top" width="14">**3.**</td>
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In 2013, the two paid homage to the theme,  "PUNK: Chaos to Couture."

Marcell Dareus DT Alabama Chris Brown, 

         Buffalobills.com</td>
         <td valign="top">OLB, ILB, QB</td>
     </tr>
     <tr>
         <td valign="top" colspan="7">**Writer's comment:** Buffalo finished last in the league in run defense last year. Dareus offers instant impact and scheme versatility for Bills hybrid defense.   

          </td>
     </tr>
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         <td valign="top" width="14">**4.**</td>
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TB12 made a statement with a blue Tom Ford jacket.

Blaine Gabbert QB Missouri Geoff Hobson, Bengals.com WR, OL, RB
Writer's comment:That doesn't necessarily mean they'll trade Carson Palmer. Bengals need plenty and quarterback is certainly a major one. 

          </td>
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         <td valign="top" width="14">**5.**</td>
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In 2012, Tom and Gisele went for classic black, as the gala celebrated legendary designers Elsa Schiaparelli and Miuccia Prada.

Patrick Peterson CB LSU Darren Urban, 

         Azcardinals.com</td>
         <td valign="top">OLB, QB</td>
     </tr>
     <tr>
         <td valign="top" colspan="7">**Writer's comment:**There are some who want the Cards to take A.J. Green if this is how it comes down, but they need an impact defensive guy like Peterson.  

          </td>
     </tr>
     <tr>
         <td valign="top" width="14">**6.**</td>
         <td valign="top" width="55">
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A.J. Green WR Georgia Tony Grossi, 

         Cleveland Plain Dealer</td>
         <td valign="top">DL, CB, T</td>
     </tr>
     <tr>
         <td valign="top" colspan="7">**Writer's comment:**As they move to their new West Coast offense, Green gives Browns a TD-maker who will aid the development of QB Colt McCoy.  

          </td>
     </tr>
     <tr>
         <td valign="top" width="14">**7.**</td>
         <td valign="top" width="55">
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Prince Amukamara CB Nebraska Dan Brown, 

         San Jose Mercury News</td>
         <td valign="top">DL, QB, OLB</td>
     </tr>
     <tr>
         <td valign="top" colspan="7">**Writer's comment:**They'd prefer Peterson at this spot and might be tempted by NT Nick Fairley, but the 49ers have a glaring need in the secondary.  

          </td>
     </tr>
     <tr>
         <td valign="top" width="14">**8.**</td>
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In 2011, the gala marked the opening of the exhibit "Alexander McQueen: Savage Beauty" and Gisele wore a stunning red dress by the British designer's label.

Nick Fairley DT Auburn Jim Wyatt, 

         The Tennessean</td>
         <td valign="top">QB, LB, DE, S</td>
     </tr>
     <tr>
         <td valign="top" colspan="7">**Writer's comment:**With the two QBs off the board, the Titans address another big need with Fairley, who's been compared to Albert Haynesworth.  

          </td>
     </tr>
     <tr>
         <td valign="top" width="14">**9.**</td>
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It was a chic Tom Ford tux for him and leather Alexander Wang dress for her at the 2010 Met Gala.

Tyron Smith T USC Calvin Watkins, 

         ESPNDallas.com</td>
         <td valign="top">CB, S, DL</td>
     </tr>
     <tr>
         <td valign="top" colspan="7">**Writer's comment:**Cowboys need a RT to replace Marc Colombo. Smith is 20 and can man the position for 10 years. He also can play the left side.  

          </td>
     </tr>
     <tr>
         <td valign="top" width="14">**10.**</td>
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In 2009, Tom stuck with a classic look while Gisele sparkled in a sapphire blue Versace dress.

Robert Quinn DE North Carolina David, Elfin, 

         The Sports Xchange</td>
         <td valign="top">QB, NT, CB</td>
     </tr>
     <tr>
         <td valign="top" colspan="7">**Writer's comment:**With no NT worthy of a top-10 pick and QBs Newton and Gabbert off the board, Redskins have to add a pass rusher.  

          </td>
     </tr>
     <tr>
         <td valign="top" width="14">**11.**</td>
         <td valign="top" width="55">
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Aldon Smith OLB Missouri John McClain, 

         Houston Chronicle</td>
         <td valign="top">CB, LB, OL</td>
     </tr>
     <tr>
         <td valign="top" colspan="7">**Writer's comment:**Texans add an edge rusher to help Mario Williams put some heat on Peyton Manning to help their subpar secondary.  

          </td>
     </tr>
     <tr>
         <td valign="top" width="14">**12.**</td>
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The two made their first appearance at the Met Gala together in 2008.

Da'Quan Bowers DE Clemson Judd Zulgad, 

         Minneapolis Star Tribune</td>
         <td valign="top">QB, DL, S, CB</td>
     </tr>
     <tr>
         <td valign="top" colspan="7">**Writer's comment:**Vikings will likely lose Ray Edwards to free agency, Brian Robison is better suited in a situational role so DE is a significant need.  

          </td>
     </tr>
     <tr>
         <td valign="top" width="14">**13.**</td>
         <td valign="top" width="55">
Gisele's Versace gown earned her a place on Vogue's 2010 list of best dressed people of the previous decade.

Anthony Castonzo T Boston College Tom Kowalski, 

         Booth Newspapers</td>
         <td valign="top">OLB, CB, T</td>
     </tr>
     <tr>
         <td valign="top" colspan="7">**Writer's comment:**He brings a lot of value because he can start at RT immediately if needed and has the ability to play LT if Jeff Backus leaves soon.  

          </td>
     </tr>
     <tr>
         <td valign="top" width="14">**14.**</td>
         <td valign="top" width="55">
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Julio Jones WR Alabama Jim Thomas, 

         St. Louis Post-Dispatch</td>
         <td valign="top">DL, RB, OLB</td>
     </tr>
     <tr>
         <td valign="top" colspan="7">**Writer's comment:**Under this scenario, I don't know what will be quicker: Jones' 40 time or the time it takes the Rams to turn in their card.  

          </td>
     </tr>
     <tr>
         <td valign="top" width="14">**15.**</td>
         <td valign="top" width="55">
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Mike Pouncey OL Florida Tim Graham, 

         AFC East blogger, ESPN.com</td>
         <td valign="top">RB, DB, T</td>
     </tr>
     <tr>
         <td valign="top" colspan="7">**Writer's comment:**The Dolphins have struggled to stabilize their interior line under Tony Sparano. Pouncey gives Dolphins flexibility at center and guard.  

          </td>
     </tr>
     <tr>
         <td valign="top" width="14">**16.**</td>
         <td valign="top" width="55">
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Ryan Kerrigan DE Purdue Paul Kuharsky, 

         AFC South blogger, ESPN.com</td>
         <td valign="top">S, LB, WR</td>
     </tr>
     <tr>
         <td valign="top" colspan="7">**Writer's comment:**Fits GM Gene Smith's mold in a lot of ways and should complete the rebuilding of the defensive front.  

          </td>
     </tr>
     <tr>
         <td valign="top" width="14">**17.**</td>
         <td valign="top" width="55">
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Cameron Jordan DE California PFW Staff, 

         Patriots Football Weekly</td>
         <td valign="top">OLB, OL, RB</td>
     </tr>
     <tr>
         <td valign="top" colspan="7">**Writer's comment:**The preference would be for a pass rusher but with Miller, Quinn, Smith and Kerrigan all gone, the focus shifts to Jordan.  

          </td>
     </tr>
     <tr>
         <td valign="top" width="14">**18.**</td>
         <td valign="top" width="55">
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J.J Watt DE Wisconsin Kevin Acee, 

         San Diego Union-Tribune</td>
         <td valign="top">WR, CB, T</td>
     </tr>
     <tr>
         <td valign="top" colspan="7">**Writer's comment:**Enhancing their pass rush is the Chargers top priority and Watt will definitely fill that need.  

          </td>
     </tr>
     <tr>
         <td valign="top" width="14">**19.**</td>
         <td valign="top" width="55">
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Mark Ingram RB Alabama Ralph Vacchiano, 

         New York Daily Times</td>
         <td valign="top">OL, LB, DT</td>
     </tr>
     <tr>
         <td valign="top" colspan="7">**Writer's comment:**The value of the Heisman Trophy winner at 19 is off the charts. N.Y. has other needs but RB will need to be addressed soon.  

          </td>
     </tr>
     <tr>
         <td valign="top" width="14">**20.**</td>
         <td valign="top" width="55">
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Justin Houston OLB Georgia Pat Yasinkas, 

         NFC South blogger, ESPN.com</td>
         <td valign="top">DB, CB, LB</td>
     </tr>
     <tr>
         <td valign="top" colspan="7">**Writer's comment:**The Bucs covet Houston's pure pass rushing ability and that makes him attractive. He's the best available option at this stage.   

          </td>
     </tr>
     <tr>
         <td valign="top" width="14">**21.**</td>
         <td valign="top" width="55">
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Stefan Wisneiwski OL Penn State Adam Teicher, 

         Kansas City Star</td>
         <td valign="top">WR, OLB, T</td>
     </tr>
     <tr>
         <td valign="top" colspan="7">**Writer's comment:**The Chiefs are getting old along the interior of their offensive line and Wisniewski offers some young talent.  

          </td>
     </tr>
     <tr>
         <td valign="top" width="14">**22.**</td>
         <td valign="top" width="55">
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Gabe Carimi T Wisconsin Mike Chappell, 

         Indianpolis Star</td>
         <td valign="top">WR, DT, S</td>
     </tr>
     <tr>
         <td valign="top" colspan="7">**Writer's comment:**The offensive line has been in steady decline and must be addressed as Peyton Manning heads into backstretch of his career.  

          </td>
     </tr>
     <tr>
         <td valign="top" width="14">**23.**</td>
         <td valign="top" width="55">
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Akeem Ayers OLB UCLA Dave Spadaro, 

         PhiladelphiaEagles.com</td>
         <td valign="top">DB, DE, OL</td>
     </tr>
     <tr>
         <td valign="top" colspan="7">**Writer's comment:**The Eagles need impact on defense, and they need a playmaking LB who can also line up wide. Ayers has the versatility to do both.  

          </td>
     </tr>
     <tr>
         <td valign="top" width="14">**24.**</td>
         <td valign="top" width="55">
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Adrian Clayborn DE Iowa Todd McShay, 

         ESPN.com draft analyst</td>
         <td valign="top">OLB, S, DT</td>
     </tr>
     <tr>
         <td valign="top" colspan="7">**Writer's comment:**Saints like to blitz but were forced to last year due to a lack of pass rush. Clayborn is a powerful, effective pass rusher who will help.  

          </td>
     </tr>
     <tr>
         <td valign="top" width="14">**25.**</td>
         <td valign="top" width="55">
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Jake Locker QB Washington Todd McShay, 

         ESPN.com draft analyst</td>
         <td valign="top">OL, OLB, CB</td>
     </tr>
     <tr>
         <td valign="top" colspan="7">**Writer's comment:**Seahawks need to develop a QB behind aging Matt Hasselbeck and Locker would get the necessary time to learn from the sidelines.   

          </td>
     </tr>
     <tr>
         <td valign="top" width="14">**26.**</td>
         <td valign="top" width="55">
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Muhammad Wilkerson DT Temple Jamison Hensley, 

         Baltimore Sun</td>
         <td valign="top">T, CB, WR</td>
     </tr>
     <tr>
         <td valign="top" colspan="7">**Writer's comment:**Ravens desperately need to improve pass rush after franchise low 27 sacks in 2010. Wilkerson will add to what will be a dominant DL.  

          </td>
     </tr>
     <tr>
         <td valign="top" width="14">**27.**</td>
         <td valign="top" width="55">
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Cameron Heyward DE Ohio State D. Orlando Ledbetter, 

         Atlanta Journal-Constitution</td>
         <td valign="top">T, CB, LB</td>
     </tr>
     <tr>
         <td valign="top" colspan="7">**Writer's comment:**Heyward is an edge-setter who can get after the QB. He's a perfect fit to play opposite John Abraham in Falcons 4-3 set.  

          </td>
     </tr>
     <tr>
         <td valign="top" width="14">**28.**</td>
         <td valign="top" width="55">
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Danny Watkins OL Baylor PFW Staff, 

         Patriots Football Weekly</td>
         <td valign="top">OLB, RB, WR</td>
     </tr>
     <tr>
         <td valign="top" colspan="7">**Writer's comment:**Tough to come away without a pass rusher but the offensive line needs to be addressed and Watkins should help quickly.  

          </td>
     </tr>
     <tr>
         <td valign="top" width="14">**29.**</td>
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Nate Solder T Colorado Brad Biggs, 

         Chicago Tribune</td>
         <td valign="top">DL, WR, DB</td>
     </tr>
     <tr>
         <td valign="top" colspan="7">**Writer's comment:**Bears look to bolster protection for Jay Cutler but could opt to trade down and look for defensive line help.  

          </td>
     </tr>
     <tr>
         <td valign="top" width="14">**30.**</td>
         <td valign="top" width="55">
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Corey Liuget DT Illinois Rich Cimini, 

         ESPNNewYork.com</td>
         <td valign="top">OLB, DL, S</td>
     </tr>
     <tr>
         <td valign="top" colspan="7">**Writer's comment:**NT Phil Taylor is a better fit in Jets scheme, but Liuget is a value pick They think he can play 5-technique and slide inside on passing downs.  

          </td>
     </tr>
     <tr>
         <td valign="top" width="14">**31.**</td>
         <td valign="top" width="55">
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Aaron Williams CB Texas Scott Brown, 

         Pittsburgh Tribune-Review</td>
         <td valign="top">OL, DL, DB</td>
     </tr>
     <tr>
         <td valign="top" colspan="7">**Writer's comment:**With only two CBs off the board, Steelers fill their biggest need with Williams, who also has the position flexibility Mike Tomlin likes.   

          </td>
     </tr>
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         <td valign="top" width="14">**32.**</td>
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Derek Sherrod T Mississippi State Bill Huber, 

         Packer Report</td>
         <td valign="top">OLB, WR, DE</td>
     </tr>
     <tr>
         <td valign="top" colspan="7">**Writer's comment:**If the board works out this way, look for Green Bay to trade down. But Sherrod and Bryan Bulaga will give Pack solid bookend Ts for years.  

          </td>
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