Alex Barth is a writer and digital producer for 985TheSportsHub.com. Related: Patriots draft profile: Slade Bolden is the Alabama wide receiver most likely to end up in New England, The New England Patriots are not oblivious to recent developments on the defensive side of the ball, as director of player personnel Matt Groh pointed out last week. Malcolm Rodriguez, LB Oklahoma St.: Rodriguez is your classic highly productive but undersized linebacker that are difficult to project to the NFL. named to the National Football Foundation National All-Scholar Team, one of 13 honorees and the only player chosen from the FCS. The two-time All-Conference linebacker began his career as an All . In fact, his relative . Cambridge native and Everett High School gradIsaiah Likely(American) was a force to be reckoned with this year at Coastal Carolina. April 12, 2022 Jack Brentnall NFL Draft, Scouting Reports. He won more with athleticism than form in 2021, which led to him being credited with 17 missed tackle attempts; Andersen still needs to learn how to properly wrap up. New England likes to see players moving on an upward trajectory at the highest level of competition. Yes, I know Jakob Johnson said the Patriots are done with fullbacks. He also has an ability to earn hard-fought yards between the tackles, running bigger than his size. John Ridgeway, DL - Arkansas: There's a lot of Lawrence Guy in Ridgeway's game as he's a big space eater inside at 6-5, 321 pounds. This week is the Senior Bowl, where some of the top prospects in the 2022 NFL Draft class are competing in front of NFL scouts. Put that versatility and high character into 4.32 kind of speed and you have a dynamic option that is a great Patriots fit. Boston College offensive lineman Alec Lindstrom (72). Mandatory Credit: Raj Mehta-USA TODAY Sports. Montana State linebacker Troy Andersen has the chance to be an impact defender for the New England Patriots. And the Patriots also nab a second-round pick to target that sweet spot in the draft. Troy Andersen, LB - Montana State: Andersen is a small school player but anyone that can go from quarterback to linebacker and still perform at a high level tickles my Pats sense. Maybe they can get him more comfortable catching the football. 29. He played at the Senior Bowl. Its one of many reasons why he never made it in the NFL. LB, Montana State. [8] As a redshirt senior, Andersen was named the Big Sky Defensive Player of the Year and was the runner-up for the Buck Buchanan Award. He finished with 54 tackles, 11.5 for loss, 6.5 sacks, and an interception. Boom! Southern California linebacker Drake Jackson (99). He has excellent size but isn't Derrick Henry and that's okay, he can still be very effective. 11.Kenyon Green, G Texas A&M: Green is a big bully at guard, as his physicality jumps out especially in the run game. While a number of the top players at the position will be in Mobile this year, its unlikely theyll be on the Patriots radar. He was named a FCS All-American and the Big Sky Conference defensive player of the year in 2021. Montana State legends discuss Troy Andersen's career and pro prospects. NEW ORLEANS, LOUISIANA JANUARY 01: JT Woods #22 of the Baylor Bears breaks up a pass intended for Urriah Shephard #35 of the Mississippi Rebels during the first quarter in the Allstate Sugar Bowl at Caesars Superdome on January 01, 2022 in New Orleans, Louisiana. Unless that man is Troy Andersen. Nope. In 2019, he moved to linebacker full-time. Flashing big-play ability, the next step for Doubs will be to prove he can make an impact in the short and intermediate passing game as well. Meanwhile, Jake Bailey is entering the final year of his rookie contract. Download the app to LISTEN LIVE wherever you are and connect with us like never before! Why the Patriots? Montana State linebacker Troy Andersen is an intriguing prospect with high upside at the next level. The annual disclaimer is that this list starts with players I expect to be available at 21. Don't miss on pre-sales, member-only contests and member only events. 2 seed (136) Aaron Rodgers holds all the cards for 2023 (118) . Troy Andersen should give fans a reason to get excited about the future prospects of the Falcons' defense. While it's easy to see him as a core special teamer, Anderson's size and athleticism, reinforced by his excellent Combine and Pro Day performances, provide a . He also has far from reached his ceiling and will see plenty of opportunities to work on his current weaknesses. Metchie and Georgias George Pickens are my two favorite receivers for the Patriots in this years draft. He hit 75.9 percent of his field goal attempts in college, and was 13-of-15 as a senior. Report: Patriots to work out free agent wide receiver Slade Bolden. AlabamasBrian Robinson(American)earned 1,343 yards on the ground this year, but was also the Tides fourth-leading receiver in terms of total catches with 35. 25. The browser you are using is no longer supported on this site. We use cookies and other tracking technologies to improve your browsing experience on our site, show personalized content and targeted ads, analyze site traffic, and understand where our audiences come from. In a recent article by Kambui Bomani of Pro Football Focus, he identified Andersen as one of the draft's best small-school players. His strength in the run game is how rangy he is. If its the latter, theres a number of players in Mobile this week that could be fits. Is it a sure thing hell be a starting linebacker on Day 1? Andersen struggled with consistency despite going up against FCS competition, and his tackling is proof of that. Not does Andersen offer the athletic skills to play both off the ball and on the edge if used as a linebacker, he also has experience on the other side of the ball. For the Patriots he'd likely project toward a slot corner role and could really blossom with experience. He brings all the unteachable traits to the table, it will be on whatever team drafts him to coach him up. If you're looking for linebackers with athletic upside, the NFL Combine results . As a senior, Andersen was named first-team All-State at quarterback and safety, as well as the Montana Defensive Player of the Year, after he passed for 1,403 yards, rushed for 877 yards, and scored 30 total touchdowns on offense and had 71 tackles with three interceptions and two fumbles recovered on defense while Beaverhead won the Class A state championship. His makeup, size and length are excellent, and while he had his struggles at defensive end, there's reason to believe he could develop as a versatile second level defender. [14], Andersen is a cousin of Major League Baseball pitcher Codi Heuer. The jump in competition could require some time to develop, but Watson is big, smooth and versatile, while earning praise for his high character. Anil Kumar Gain, fellow of the Royal Society. The Bozeman native was signed by the New England Patriots as an undrafted free agent in 2010 and played five seasons in the NFL between the Patriots and . All rights reserved. This year there are plenty of needs and intriguing fits, starting with the 21st overall selection where the Patriots have seen plenty of cornerbacks, linebackers and receivers ascribed to them in various expert mock drafts. Not only did I get the Patriots to trade back and pick up a second-round pick, but I added potential starters at CB, WR, LB and now OT. His ability in open space and mismatch potential make him an intriguing fit for the Patriots offense. Maybe he doesnt make the team. Watch Now . When was Troy Andersen born? Hes the consensus second-ranked punter in the draft behind San Diego States Matt Araiza. Because the value was that good. If they want to address that opening in the draft,Bailey Zappe(American) could be a target. Raiders Head Coach Josh McDaniels and Cardinals General Manager Monti Ossenfort address the media during the NFL Combine on Tuesday, February 28th, 2023. He's a throwback to what the Patriots have looked for in the past, but he has surprising agility (6.91 three-cone) for a man of his size. If its a true nose tackle the Patriots are after,Travis Jones(National) out of UConn may be the guy. 58 pick in the 2022 NFL Draft, and he will have a shot at starting at linebacker. How old is Troy Andersen? Mandatory Credit: Jasen Vinlove-USA TODAY Sports. Matt Araiza, P SD State: A left footed punter that is so good he's described as a weapon. I was able to show off my personality and who I am to them both as a young man and a football player. I loved meeting with the Patriots, Doubs remarked, per Jim McBride of The Boston Globe. Jones was originally recruited to UConn as a left tackle after playing on both sides of the ball in high school, and the Patriots have had success in recent years with players who changed positions upon getting to or in college (J.C. Jackson, Jakobi Meyers, Gunner Olszewski). Those are the kinds of players the Patriots target in Round 2 and linebacker is a position where they might want to take a big swing. He logged 54 receptions for the Tigers last season, and lined up at receiver as well as in the backfield. He's a load once he gets going downhill and would be a nice complementary piece in the backfield. 14.Christian Watson, WR North Dakota State: Despite coming from a small school, Watson has big talent, with size and speed to match that make him an ideal outside receiver. Darian Kinnard (American) bullied defensive linemen as a right tackle in Kentuckys run and RPO-heavy offense in 2021. Andersen would likely not be that player, unless used in a predefined role and as part of situational packages. Dylan Parham, OG Memphis: Versatile to play either guard spot with four years of starting experience, Parham has played a lot of college football. Despite his lack of experience at linebacker, Andersen has shown some solid instincts in diagnosing play-action concepts and how to attack rush lanes. BaylorsJT Woods(National) showed all the makings of a modern deep safety over the last two years. Atlanta Falcons (@AtlantaFalcons) April 30, 2022 . Round 5, PIck 170: Bo Melton, WR, Rutgers. Get the latest player news, stats, injury history and updates for Linebacker Troy Anderson of the Atlanta Falcons on NBC Sports Edge. Troy Anderson. Metchie tore his ACL in 2021 and may not contribute right away. With the conclusion of their 2022 season, the Patriots 2023 slate of opponents has been set. James Snook-USA TODAY Sports. This website is the only official website of the New England Patriots and is Copyright New England Patriots (the "Club"). Andersen possesses a prototypical blend of size and athleticism for a modern NFL . Bill Belichick has often said it's about finding good football players and Dean is a three-down stud who would bring an infusion of speed that could make a big difference. Like Jerod Mayo in 2008, he's a smart inside linebacker to build around for the future. * 21+ (19+ CA-ONT) (18+ NH/WY). 50. Nov 13, 2021; Carson, California, USA; Nevada Wolf Pack wide receiver Romeo Doubs (7) catches a pass for a touchdown against the San Diego State Aztecs during the second half at Dignity Health Sports Park. He is the undisputed G.O.A.T. He ran the fastest 40 (4.42) among all LB's at the combine. Draft Profile: Bio. Contract value is $6,103,574 with $3,306,399 fully guaranteed including a $1,618,964 signing bonus. At 6-foot-5, 207 pounds with an official 4.44 40 on the books, he checks all the physical boxes of a downfield threat. At 6-foot-5, 345 pounds, he likely wont get pushed around much at the NFL level either. Versatility. The difference is while Perkins is a defensive end/outside linebacker hybrid, Thomas versatility comes as a hybrid defensive tackle/end. . Troy Andersen, LB, Montana State Rd. One of the Day 3 prospects the Patriots met with is also one of the more unique prospects in the entire draft. He may also be the most versatile player in the 2022 draft class. chosen for the Senior Bowl. The Patriots passed on every linebacker last night to trade down from No. He has a big fan in Willie McGinest who has known him since he was little. That means he would go up against the likes of the aforementioned Mack Wilson, Raekwon McMillan and Cameron McGrone, as well as JaWhaun Bentley, Anfernee Jennings, Jahlani Tavai, Harvey Langi and Terez Hall. Nope. Hes dealt with injuries throughout his college career. June 3, 2022 11:50 am. Theyre both three down linebackers who can play sideline-to-sideline. The Patriots defense ranked 25th in the NFL last year averaging 4.5 yards per carry. His performance against Alabama shows he can compete against the best of the best. TRADE! 22.James Cook, RB Georgia: Dalvin's brother is another good option for receiving back, with the kind of explosive speed the Patriots could use in their backfield. As with most small school prospects, this is a big week for him to show what he can do regularly working against elite opponents. Round 6, Pick 200: Chigoziem Okonkwo, TE, Maryland. 48. Obviously, hes a prime-time quarterback., Watson and Doubs actually have relatively similar skillsets, meaning these meetings could be an indication of the kind of receiver the Patriots are looking to add this spring. He was named a FCS All-American and the Big Sky Conference defensive player of the year in 2021. His absence was felt after suffering a season-ending hip injury back in September. A tlanta Falcons' 2022 second-round draft pick, Troy Andersen, made his NFL debut in the team's 24-16 loss . What would be his role? Troy Andersen had a 4.0-grade point average throughout high school, earned Academic All-State honors, and was the class Valedictorian. #Falcons fans, it won't be long before your new LB Troy Andersen develops into a three-down defender. GRADE: 79 OVR RANK: NR POS RANK: NR . While the Denver Broncos have satisfactorily settled the quarterback . Good news for Patriots fans hoping the team takes a wide receiver in this springs NFL Draft the teams first two reported meetings during the pre-draft process were both with players from the position. As a result, New England might look at other linebacker options. 2.Devin Lloyd, LB Utah: Lloyd isn't too far behind Dean as far as linebacker fit in my view. That would be Troy Andersen. He comes from a small school, which 1) puts a chip on his shoulder and 2) makes you wonder whether improved coaching . His third-down value might be limited but he could be an early-down stud in New England's system. At 6-foot-5, 333 pounds, Jones stood out as an anchor of a Huskies defense that had to stop the run quite a bit. If theyre going to do it again this season, OklahomasIsaiah Thomas(National) would be a logical candidate to follow Ronnie Perkins. 32. LEXINGTON, KENTUCKY SEPTEMBER 18: Darian Kinnard #70 of the Kentucky Wildcats against Chattanooga Mocs at Kroger Field on September 18, 2021 in Lexington, Kentucky. Woolen is listed at 6-foot-4, 207 pounds, and reportedly ran a 4.34 40-yard dash over the summer. He's faced some of the best pass catchers in college and shown up well. Yup, Bill Belichick did it (in this fictional draft). It is highly recommended that you use the latest versions of a supported browser in order to receive an optimal viewing experience. The Patriots have a major need at offensive tackle with several players set to hit free agency at the position. Oct 7, 2021; Jonesboro, Arkansas, USA; Coastal Carolina Chanticleers tight end Isaiah Likely (4) runs with the ball after a catch for a touchdown during the second half against the Arkansas State Red Wolves at Centennial Bank Stadium. Four-year starter, Dillon, MT. 5 Linebackers who boosted their draft stock at the NFL Combine. 31.9k. Each summer, he'd wake up in the AM to cut hay, bale hay 'n rake hay with his older sister and two parents. "Troy Andersen is a Day 1 starter in the league." - @McShay13 #NFLCombine . His shortcomings could be relatively hidden by using him as part of a rotation. Given the Patriots history of focusing in on Pro Bowl players, Dotson being the only wide receiver from the top group taking part in the game could put him in the spotlight move him up the teams draft board. Jacksonville Jaguars: Troy Andersen, LB - Montana . Still, he has good footwork and understands how to play. Hes a big play waiting to happen, and averaged 15.4 yards per catch in his college career. 15.Christian Harris, LB Alabama: You can't ignore a three-year starting linebacker out of Alabama and while Harris isn't quite the same mold as Dont'a Hightower, especially in the size department, the elements of toughness and plus athleticism would be easy fits in New England. Andersen recorded 12 tackles (six solo) during Sunday's 28-14 win over the 49ers. Big Sky Defensive Player of the Year as inside linebacker, his fourth position in four seasons at MSU. 37. 2, Pick 58: Atlanta Falcons. Let him know on Twitter@RealAlexBarthor via email atabarth@985TheSportsHub.com. A childhood fan of the Bobcats, he committed to Montana State in 2017. Troy Andersen is the Bobcats' best player, an All-American linebacker with size (6-4, 235), speed (4.56 in 40) and smarts (3.91 grade-point average). 21. Weaknesses: For all his impressive athleticism and sky-high potential, Andersen is a very raw player at this point in his development. What makes that even more impressive is that it was his first full season at the position after playing . Mandatory Credit: Stephen Spillman-USA TODAY Sports. The Patriots could target a top outside cornerback to add to an already productive defense. Andersens off-the-field work has also earned him some praise, both in college and at the high school level. In 2018, Andersen was a first team All-Big Sky quarterback. 18. [6], Andersen moved back to linebacker and also played fullback as a junior. On second thought, though, that does not do him justice: Andersen is an ATHLETE. He has a rare set of physical tools at 6-foot-2, 193 pounds and a 4.39-second 40-yard dash. 19.Josh Paschal, DE Kentucky: Paschal was second-team All-SEC after being the first three-time captain in school history. Connor Heyward, TE/FB Michigan State: The son of Craig "Ironhead" Heyward, Connor is a bit of a fullback/tight end tweener and in need of a fluid offense that will know how to employ him. He's athletic and fast enough to play corner and could be unique enough to attract the Pats despite their current roster needs. Round 2, Pick 57: John Metchie II, WR, Alabama. And if not, maybe his speed will make it so that it doesnt matter as much. 5.Trent McDuffie, CB Washington: McDuffie is another prospect who might be a bit undersized but he's an easy cornerback fit for the Patriots given his play style and ability to make plays on the ball. He was 2017 Big Sky Freshman of the Year. The Miami Dolphins forfeited their first-round pick in 2023 and third-round pick in 2024 due to Stephen Ross tampering with Tom Brady and Sean Payton. Find out what the top 'experts' are predicting the Patriots will do in the first round of the 2023 NFL Draft. Haraprasad Shastri, historian of Bengali language and culture. So Melton, with the hands issues, would be an interesting player at this point in the draft as a flier. 31. NFL prospects speaking at the Scouting Combine were quick to credit the work of Patriots coaches at the Shrine Bowl in preparing them for life in the NFL. All that is to say that, at the very least, the Patriots could use some depth in the pass-catching back role, potentially with an eye towards the future as well. He was the 2017 Freshman of the Year as a running back and outside linebacker. As a sophomore, Andersen was the Bobcats quarterback and earned first-team All-Big Sky and third-team All-American honors. Beyond Dean and Lloyd there are other options, Leo Chenal, Troy Andersen and Christian Harris are some good fits, but the all-around abilities and instant impact potential do drop off further down. But I doubt thats completely true. All-star games draw some of the top NFL Draft prospects each cycle. Andersen would be a lock to make the roster in 2022 if drafted in his expected range, but he would compete against the Patriots other off-the-ball personnel for playing time. Troy Andersen (born April 23, 1999) is an American football linebacker for the Atlanta Falcons of the National Football League (NFL). New England loves adding players like that. 8.Zion Johnson, G Boston College: Johnson has it all as an offensive line prospect durability, versatility, and smarts. He checks a lot of boxes as a player who could be moved around the defensive line and play a variety of roles. If tight end Dalton Keene stinks and at this point in his career, theres a very good chance that he does then the Patriots might go back to the well to find a player who brings a similar skill set. Heres a quick scouting report on each player. Please also read our Privacy Notice and Terms of Use, which became effective December 20, 2019. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Jairaj-USA TODAY Sports. Troy Andersen is a man straight from a ranch in Montana. Why not the Patriots? Our staff has compiled what the top 'experts' are predicting the New England Patriots will do in the first round of the 2023 NFL Draft. Named the 2021 FCS ADA Defensive Player of the Year and was a unanimous first-team All-American. his 10.0 total . Andersen . . Posted July 1, 2022. Dr. 2021 season: 15 games; 147 tackles, 12 tackles for loss; 2 sacks, Size: 6034, 243 lbs, 32 1/8 arm, 77 3/8 wingspan, 9 1/4 hand. Updated Aug 26, 2022 at 4:59pm. Odds & lines subject to change. Damarion Williams, CB Houston: A tough captain who seems like he loves football, Williams will likely be headed to the slot in the NFL where his quickness can shine. As expected at his size, hes also a strong run blocker. The Patriots are one of the best teams at using multiple backs in a game and, while Strong has operated in a backfield . . Nov 27, 2021; Auburn, Alabama, USA; Auburn Tigers cornerback Roger McCreary (23) breaks up a pass intended for Alabama Crimson Tide wide receiver John Metchie III (8) during the second quarter at Jordan-Hare Stadium. If the Patriots are looking for a perfect complement to Christian Barmore, Jones could be it. Thats just what the Patriots need. The Dorchester native and Brighton High School product is eyeing a leap to the NFL as he checks in from the Scouting Combine. 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