New England Patriots: 5 juicy rumors ahead of 2020 NFL Draft

TUSCALOOSA, ALABAMA - OCTOBER 19: Tua Tagovailoa #13 of the Alabama Crimson Tide looks to pass against the Tennessee Volunteers in the first half at Bryant-Denny Stadium on October 19, 2019 in Tuscaloosa, Alabama. (Photo by Kevin C. Cox/Getty Images)
TUSCALOOSA, ALABAMA - OCTOBER 19: Tua Tagovailoa #13 of the Alabama Crimson Tide looks to pass against the Tennessee Volunteers in the first half at Bryant-Denny Stadium on October 19, 2019 in Tuscaloosa, Alabama. (Photo by Kevin C. Cox/Getty Images) /
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The 5 biggest rumors surrounding the New England Patriots ahead of the 2020 NFL Draft.

Well folks, the 2020 NFL Draft is just days away and the New England Patriots are entering the most important draft they have had in some time.

Due to the shocking departure of Tom Brady, the Patriots will have a new quarterback under center for the first time since 2001.  That makes this an even more important draft for head coach Bill Belichick who has other areas of need besides the quarterback position.

Tight end? Quarterback? Wide receiver? Or a player on defense?

Who will the Patriots select with the No. 23 pick overall?

The rumors have been hot and heavy as to what Belichick will do or who he will even select, but as we all know with any draft surrounding the New England Patriots, it really is all just speculation at this point.

Do they trade picks to move up, move down or for veteran players who may be on the trade market like a Odell Beckham Jr. or O.J. Howard?  That would take care of a couple of those needs listed above.

What about Tom Brady’s successor?  Is it truly, really Jarrett Stidham?

Or does Tua Tagovailoa, Justin Hebert, Jordan Love or Jalen Hurts intrigue them enough to make an uncharacteristic trade to move up higher in the draft?

Of course, Bill Belichick may just surprise everyone and go in an entirely different direction, which means selecting a player or position no one is thinking of.

Whatever happens, it will be must watch TV come Thursday as we explore five juicy rumors ahead of the 2020 NFL Draft connected to the New England Patriots.