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2022 NFL Draft: New England Patriots 7-round mock

By Braulio Perez

INDIANAPOLIS, INDIANA - DECEMBER 18: Bill Belichick the head coach of the New England Patriots against the Indianapolis Colts at Lucas Oil Stadium on December 18, 2021 in Indianapolis, Indiana. (Photo by Andy Lyons/Getty Images)
INDIANAPOLIS, INDIANA - DECEMBER 18: Bill Belichick the head coach of the New England Patriots against the Indianapolis Colts at Lucas Oil Stadium on December 18, 2021 in Indianapolis, Indiana. (Photo by Andy Lyons/Getty Images) /
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ATHENS, GA – NOVEMBER 6: Quay Walker #7 stops Tyler Badie #1 during a game between Missouri Tigers and Georgia Bulldogs at Sanford Stadium on November 6, 2021 in Athens, Georgia. (Photo by Steven Limentani/ISI Photos/Getty Images)
ATHENS, GA – NOVEMBER 6: Quay Walker #7 stops Tyler Badie #1 during a game between Missouri Tigers and Georgia Bulldogs at Sanford Stadium on November 6, 2021 in Athens, Georgia. (Photo by Steven Limentani/ISI Photos/Getty Images) /

Scouting Report. Pick Analysis. LB . Georgia. Quay Walker . 118. player. 47

Staying with defense, how about a national champion linebacker from Georgia for the fourth round? That’s what the Patriots could be getting in Quay Walker. Walker was a two-year starter for the Bulldogs and he was a fan favorite in Athens.

At 6-foot-4, 240 pounds, Walker is built a bit on the thinner side compared to most NFL linebackers. However, you can’t argue with the kind of production he was able to provide for Kirby Smart and his coaching staff.

In 2021, Walker recorded 65 total tackles, 1.5 sacks, three pass deflections and one fumble recovery. Each game, he was flying all over the field ready to make plays for the Bulldogs. He played a major role in helping the team win the National Championship this winter as well.

Now, Walker is ready to take his skills to the next level. He’s got a third/fourth round draft grade by most experts. With linebacker also being an area of need for New England, the fourth round would be a good time to try and address the position. Walker could very well end up being their guy.

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