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. In his five years at Montana State, Andersen switched positions from linebacker to running back, then to quarterback, then back to linebacker. [1][2] He attended Beaverhead County High School, where he played quarterback and safety for their football team, as well as on their basketball and track teams. The Patriots could target a top outside cornerback to add to an already productive defense. Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-USA TODAY Sports, Report: Patriots meet with two receivers on final day of Senior Bowl practices, 98.5 The Sports Hub Boston's Home For Sports Newsletter. He's played all over the line and like Johnson, could fill in just about anywhere in a pinch. 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. His tackling ability allows him to limit yards after the catch when he does give up a completion, and also allows him to contribute in the running game. A former high school wide receiver, he could give the Patriots defense some of that lateral movement it lacked last year. Those skills make him dangerous with the ball in his hands not only as a pass catcher, but in the return game as well. The difference is while Perkins is a defensive end/outside linebacker hybrid, Thomas versatility comes as a hybrid defensive tackle/end. . Vederian Lowe, OT Illinois: Lowe has all the measurables, including 35 3/8" arms, and intangibles but just needs some NFL refining to attain his full potential. Troy Andersen was born on April 23, 1999. 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. Troy Andersen (born April 23, 1999) is an American football linebacker for the Atlanta Falcons of the National Football League (NFL). Dec 31, 2021; Miami Gardens, FL, USA; Georgia Bulldogs linebacker Quay Walker (7) tackles Michigan Wolverines quarterback J.J. McCarthy (9) during the third quarter in the Orange Bowl college football CFP national semifinal game at Hard Rock Stadium. His lack of versatility could hurt his draft chances, but that didn't stop Andrews either. Round 4, PIck 127: Zach Tom, OL, Wake Forest. 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. Like Jerod Mayo in 2008, he's a smart inside linebacker to build around for the future. He's built to play inside, defeat offensive linemen and get to the ball carrier. New England gets the player it was targeting: Elam. 2022 Patriots draft profile: Montana State linebacker Troy Andersen is one of the best athletes in the entire draft, Broncos GM shares update on potential Patriots trade target Jerry Jeudy, Report: Patriots to work out free agent wide receiver, former Mac Jones teammate, Slade Bolden, New England Patriots links 03/01/23 - Pats already ahead of 2022; Options abound to build around Mac, Patriots assistant coach DeMarcus Covington receiving heavy praise at NFL Combine. Andersen recorded 12 tackles (six solo) during Sunday's 28-14 win over the 49ers. Gambling problem? He measured in at the Senior Bowl at 6-foot-4, 211 pounds and ran a 4.40 40 during NDSU workouts. 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 . Troy Andersen should give fans a reason to get excited about the future prospects of the Falcons' defense. Nope. He had a poor childhood growing up as a chicken and turkey farmer in Lancaster, California. Nick Folk is 37-years old and a pending free agent, while Quinn Nordin remains an unknown. Standing 6'3" and weighing 242 pounds, the Montana State product ran an unbelievable 4.41 40-yard dash at the combine. 58 overall 2022 NFL Draft pick", "San Francisco 49ers at Atlanta Falcons - October 16th, 2022", "Montana State star Troy Andersen has roots in Murray County", "Bobcat star Troy Andersen has high hopes for 2018 season", https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Troy_Andersen&oldid=1140484437, This page was last edited on 20 February 2023, at 07:50. New England Patriots New York Jets AFC North. While Andersen is a versatile, well-rounded athlete, many were surprised to see the team once again opt against taking a quarterback. Hes the consensus second-ranked punter in the draft behind San Diego States Matt Araiza. In fact, his relative athletic score is a maximum 10 out of 10 and among the highest the linebacker position has seen since 1987. A former college quarterback, Andersen made the switch to linebacker and became the best defensive player in the conference. His third-down value might be limited but he could be an early-down stud in New England's system. He also has far from reached his ceiling and will see plenty of opportunities to work on his current weaknesses. The Patriots select their left tackle of the future and address their three biggest needs in this seven-round mock draft. Watson was mentioned in our Senior Bowl preview earlier this week. Nope. Roger McCreary (American) of Auburn is a projected late first round pick, and plays the cornerback position exactly the way the Patriots like. BaylorsJT Woods(National) showed all the makings of a modern deep safety over the last two years. Check in with Mike Dussault and Evan Lazar as they discuss the first day of the 2023 NFL Combine. Questions? Find out what the top 'experts' are predicting the Patriots will do in the first round of the 2023 NFL Draft. Iowa StatesCharlie Kolar(National) is a textbook red zone threat. So its interesting to bring our focus on how the roster might change in the 2022 NFL draft, with the Patriots set to pick first at No. She said the support she got from other teams was 'overwhelming. 2020 season was cancelled due to COVID-19. A note on all 68 players who played a snap for the Patriots this season. Thoughts? Andersen would likely not be that player, unless used in a predefined role and as part of situational packages. He played QB/LB/RB for the Bearcats. pic.twitter.com/vTZxSY0BfB. 48. 28. Relatively new to the position he has been a full-time linebacker since 2019 with some time as a sub . He is the undisputed G.O.A.T. . They will likely always be open to using versatile players in all positions where theyre valuable. Fantasy football rankings, cheatsheets, advice, and news from Draft Sharks to help you dominate your league Andersen's NFL future is hard to predict. He's a turnover machine with 15 forced turnovers in his career (10 interceptions, five forced fumbles) and he is active against the run. 2 seed (136) Aaron Rodgers holds all the cards for 2023 (118) . While CincinnatisCoby Bryant(National) isnt the highest ranked receiver from his own school, hes still projected to be a top-100 pick. Rajendralal Mitra, first Indian to work with Indologists. 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. Has plenty of room to add some strength as well. 46. 25. Oluokun and Jones manned the starting spots last season, but Walker and Andersen already look primed to rejuvenate the engine room of the Falcons' defense in 2022. April 12, 2022 Jack Brentnall NFL Draft, Scouting Reports. The above line graph shows his Madden 23 Rating Weekly Movement while below are . Weaknesses: For all his impressive athleticism and sky-high potential, Andersen is a very raw player at this point in his development. Oct 16, 2022 at 6:14 pm ET 1 min read. 32. Download the app to LISTEN LIVE wherever you are and connect with us like never before! Maybe he plays tight end, fullback or H-back for New England. 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 . The two-time All-Conference linebacker began his career as an All . If its a true nose tackle the Patriots are after,Travis Jones(National) out of UConn may be the guy. He's a tough player who can play man or zone with elite athleticism to match up. Two of those prospects, wide receivers Romeo Doubs (Nevada) and Christian Watson (North Dakota State),told reporters theyve spoken with the Patriots. I failed to have the same shocking panache as Bill Belichick. Despite being a three-year starter, he'll need time to develop into his frame, but once he does, he could emerge as a starting tackle. Wan'Dale Robinson, WR Kentucky: Robinson's size might leave scouts thinking he might be only a slot receiver, but his electric quickness screams possibilities. 1.Nakobe Dean, LB Georgia: Get past the questions about Dean's height and you'll find an excellent all-around player who could give the Patriots defense the kind of boost in playmaking that they need. Alex Barth is a writer and digital producer for 985TheSportsHub.com. He earned an 86.3 PFF grade for Montana State in 2021 and led the FCS in defensive stops (67). Posted: 4/04/2022 12:33 pm PDT. Unless that man is Troy Andersen. He'd be an ideal long-term replacement for James White and could get on the field sooner than later given his rare pass protection skills and desire. As a sophomore, Andersen was the Bobcats quarterback and earned first-team All-Big Sky and third-team All-American honors. His strength in the run game is how rangy he is. 9.Bernhard Raimann, OT Central Michigan: It's hard not to think of the Patriots when scouting Raimann, who spoke at the Combine about how much international players like Jakob Johnson and Sebastian Vollmer have meant to his development. - Must Video. No offense to Jake Bailey, but Araiza has to be on here. Matt Araiza, P SD State: A left footed punter that is so good he's described as a weapon. Potential Day 3 pick Bo Melton (National) is on the smaller side at 5-foot-11, 195 pounds. but life in Beaverhead County was different than most all prospects in this 2022 NFL Draft. 27. Dylan Parham, OG Memphis: Versatile to play either guard spot with four years of starting experience, Parham has played a lot of college football. [15] His father played college basketball at Eastern Oregon University, while his sister ran track at Montana State. With offensive line and wide receiver position depth as a need, Mike and Evan highlight University of Southern California wide receiver Jordan Addison and Northwestern University offensive tackle Peter Skoronski as potential first round selections. The Patriots check off three major needs, headlined by a dynamic weapon in Mike Dussault's first mock draft of the 2023 offseason. When was Troy Andersen born? In Week 6 against the San Francisco 49ers, Andersen made his first professional start, where had a season-high 13 tackles in the 2814 win. This past season, Watson flashed with 43 catches for 801 yards and seven touchdowns in 12 games. Patriots.com writers Mike Dussault and Evan Lazar share their first mock draft picks of the 2023 offseason as New England prepares for the NFL Draft. Safety Devin McCourty details the state of the New England Patriots and why quarterback Mac Jones is still considered "The Guy". 17.Drake Jackson, DE USC: Jackson is still a bit raw, but he has all the tools the Patriots look for to play along the edge of their defense. So lets get Mac Jones favorite college receiver: Metchie. Phidarian Mathis, DT Alabama: Another member of the Crimson Tide, Mathis is a prototypical Patriot given his leadership, size and versatility to handle any assignment along the defensive line. The most versatile player in college football grew up with 800 head of cattle. Baltimore Ravens Cincinnati Bengals Cleveland Browns Pittsburgh Steelers AFC South. The Falcons selected Troy Andersen with the No. Andersen, 23, was a four-year starter at Montana State and earned unanimous All-American and first-team All-Big Sky honors in 2021, named first-team All-American and first-team All-Big Sky in 2019, and third-team All-American and first-team All-Big Sky. TRADE! Atlanta Falcons (@AtlantaFalcons) April 30, 2022 . 49. of Bobcat Football. Troy Andersen is 23 years old. He did improve in this area but remains a work in progress, which makes for an uncertain projection at the next level: he might be better suited to play edge than as a traditional off-the-ball linebacker. His inability to catch with his hands and hands alone gives me flashbacks of watching Aaron Dobson do the same thing at Patriots practices. Montana State linebacker Troy Andersen is an intriguing prospect with high upside at the next level. So Melton, with the hands issues, would be an interesting player at this point in the draft as a flier. [4] He moved to quarterback before his sophomore season after two-year starter Chris Murray was ruled academically ineligible to play. Troy Anderson. Dr. In a new episode of Tom E. Curran's Patriots Talk Podcast, Andrew Callahan of the Boston Herald names three players he loves in the 2022 NFL Draft class. The Chiefs became AFC title game mainstays behind an offense whose top two targets were a . He's an instant starter at left guard but could also move out to tackle in a pinch. 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. 11.Kenyon Green, G Texas A&M: Green is a big bully at guard, as his physicality jumps out especially in the run game. With Brian Hoyer a pending free agent and Jarrett Stidham entering the last year of his rookie year though, the Patriots may be in the market for a long-term backup quarterback this offseason. Walker and Muma are similar players. Andersen made his season debut in Week 2 against the Los Angeles Rams. 42. 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. [9][10] Andersen played in the 2022 Senior Bowl. Boom! Anil Kumar Gain, fellow of the Royal Society. 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