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Patriots select Oregon edge rusher Matayo Uiagalelei in early mock draft

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Last updated Jun 22, 2026

Patriots select Oregon edge rusher Matayo Uiagalelei in early mock draft
Summary

In a recent NFL mock draft by Tankathon, the New England Patriots selected edge rusher Matayo Uiagalelei from Oregon with the 24th overall pick for the 2027 draft. With prior seasons showing Uiagalelei recording 10.5 sacks in 2024 and six sacks in 2025, he is viewed as a strong prospect. The Patriots improved their edge rusher unit this offseason, yet ongoing questions about the health of second-round pick Gabe Jacas may prompt further defensive selections next year. Harold Landry and Dre’Mont Jones are the current starters at edge rusher for New England.

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  • •Patriots select Matayo Uiagalelei with No. 24 pick in early draft
  • •Uiagalelei recorded six sacks in 2025 at Oregon
  • •Current starters include Harold Landry and Dre'Mont Jones
  • •Gabe Jacas' health is a concern for the Patriots' defensive line
  • •Selection could address ongoing defensive questions for New England
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The New England Patriots go with a defensive player in the first round of this early 2027 NFL mock draft.

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