Cole Strange Fantasy

The New England Patriots agreed to terms on a four-year rookie deal with first-round offensive lineman Cole Strange on Wednesday, according to a source. Even though he was the 29th overall pick at the end of the first round, Strange was still a bit of a surprise at that stage out of small-school Tennessee-Chattanooga. The 23-year-old is athletic and toolsy, though, and he could see starts at left guard in his rookie season. The Patriots are hoping that the 6-foot-5, 307-pounder will help in both the running game and for second-year quarterback Mac Jones' protection.

Jun. 22nd • 1:05 PM

The New England Patriots selected Tennessee-Chattanooga offensive guard Cole Strange with the No. 29 overall pick in the 2022 NFL draft on Thursday night. It might be a bit of a reach for Strange at the tail end of the first round, but that shouldn't come as too big of a surprise from head coach Bill Belichick and the Patriots. Strange's biggest challenge might just be the jump in competition level. The 23-year-old is very athletic for his position after running a 5.03-second 40-yard dash at the combine, and he stands at 6-foot-5, 307 pounds. Strange doesn't project to be an elite player in the NFL, but the Patriots must've like his overall athleticism after he played tight end and linebacker in high school.

Apr. 28th • 11:45 PM