Patriots' Will Campbell receives mixed trade value prediction ahead of season
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 16, 2026, 11:01 PM
Last updated Jul 16, 2026
ESPN’s Bill Barnwell recently assessed trade valuations for players heading into the 2026 NFL season, highlighting New England Patriots left tackle Will Campbell. Campbell, drafted fourth overall in 2025, had a promising start but saw his rookie season hampered by a grade 3 MCL sprain and struggled in Super Bowl LX. Despite these setbacks, Barnwell suggests that some teams still see Campbell as valuable, potentially worth more than a first-round pick due to his age and prior success. As Campbell now returns from injury, he faces elevated expectations in 2026 with the goal of bolstering the Patriots’ offensive line.
- •Will Campbell was the fourth overall pick in the 2025 NFL draft.
- •He had a solid start with low pressure rates before injury.
- •A grade 3 MCL sprain in Week 12 affected his performance.
- •Campbell's value may exceed a first-round pick according to Barnwell.
- •He is vital for protecting quarterback Drake Maye in 2026.
- 11:01 PMYahoo Sports — Patriots’ Will Campbell Gets Surprising Trade Value Prediction
"ESPN’s Bill Barnwell put together a list of trade valuations ahead of the 2026 season. The New England Patriots were well-represented on the list, with quarterback Drake Maye garnering high honors in the group. One player that had a bit more subdued valuation was left tackle Will Campbell. Bardwell expanded on this in his piece.Campbell […] The post Patriots’ Will Campbell Gets Surprising Trade Value Prediction appeared first on HEAVY.
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