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              Reacting to the 2025 NFL draft

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              New England Patriots
              Round 7, Pick 41

              Round 7, Pick 41

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              Round 7, Pick 41

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              Round 7, Pick 41

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              2024 Record: 4-13, 4th in AFC East

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