Cornerback has been a focal point thus far for the Patriots in the pre-draft process but will they draft one early later on this month with Pick 14? With them, you never know but they have spent a lot of time the past two months on the position. It is important to note, that the highest the team has drafted a defensive back in the Belichick era is 24th overall……

Bill Belichick let J.C Jackson walk in free agency but he has spent some money to fortify the cornerback position by signing veteran Terrance Mitchell and re-signing old friend Malcolm Butler. Belichick also signed hybrid safety, corner Jabril Peppers. Despite those additions, the Patriots lack a young corner with size that can match up on the outside. Belichick could address the need in the first round or he can wait……