Patriots reportedly sign 2 more draft picks to their rookie deals

Key Points:

• The New England Patriots signed five of their nine draft picks to rookie contracts on Friday, with two additional players, tight end Eli Raridon and edge linebacker Quintayvious Hutchins, also signing that day.
• Eli Raridon, a 22-year-old Notre Dame product selected 95th overall in the third round, played 40 college games with 18 starts, recording 48 receptions for 623 yards and three touchdowns.
• Quintayvious Hutchins, chosen 247th overall in the seventh round from Boston College, appeared in 43 games with 16 starts, accumulating 5.5 sacks and two interceptions, and served as a team captain in 2025.
• With Raridon and Hutchins signing, the Patriots have secured contracts with seven of their draft picks, including cornerback Karon Prunty, offensive tackle Dametrious Crownover, linebacker Namdi Obiazor, quarterback Behren Morton, and running back Jam Miller.
• Only first-round pick Caleb Lomu and second-round pick Gabe Jacas remain unsigned among the Patriots' 2026 draft selections.