Patriots notebook: Players to watch at this week's NFL combine
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Key Points:
- Patriots coach Mike Vrabel will transition into scouting mode at the upcoming NFL combine, relying on personnel executives who have monitored prospects throughout the year, with the 2026 draft class noted as light on quarterback star power and blue-chip talent.
- The Patriots hold the No. 31 overall pick in the draft and are expected to focus on positions such as offensive line, edge rusher, tight end, and wide receiver, with several prospects identified as potential fits based on ESPN draft analyst Field Yates' projections.
- Executive VP of player personnel Eliot Wolf and coach Mike Vrabel are scheduled to address the media during the combine, with Wolf speaking Tuesday morning and Vrabel on Wednesday afternoon.
- The Patriots' projected win total for the 2026
