With Hunter Henry in his final contract year at age 32, the Patriots are expected to draft a tight end. Here are the best fits news sports entertainment obituaries subscribe

April 7, 2026 The MassLive Patriots Newsletter Patriots Patriots 2026 NFL Draft Preview: 5 tight ends who fit with Drake Maye With Hunter Henry in his final contract year at age 32, the Patriots are expected to draft a tight end. Here are the best fits By Mark Daniels | mdaniels@masslive.com Read more Patriots Patriots 7-round mock draft 1.0 | Karen Guregian The Patriots have 11 picks in the upcoming draft. What positions will they focus on? Here's my first 7-round mock for Mike Vrabel's team. By Karen Guregian | KGuregian@masslive.com MORE    Patriots Latest mock draft has Patriots adding edge who ‘always finds the ball’ With the 2026 NFL Draft fast approaching the Patriots will soon need to decide how to use their first-round pick. By Lauren Campbell | LCampbell@masslive.com MORE    Patriots Patriots 2026 NFL Draft Preview: 5 linebackers who fit Mike Vrabel’s mold The Patriots need depth at linebacker after releasing Jahlani Tavai and losing Jack Gibbens. Here are five prospects who fit Mike Vrabel's system By Mark Daniels | mdaniels@masslive.com MORE    Red Sox Some Things I Think I Think: At last, 1986 Red Sox get their time in the sun Random thoughts about (mostly) sports topics. By Sean McAdam | sean.mcadam@masslive.com MORE    Patriots Patriots want less of a roller coaster run game in 2026 | Karen Guregian Mike Vrabel wants more from Patriots run game. By Karen Guregian | KGuregian@masslive.com MORE    See more     Unlimited Digital Access to MassLive․com   $1 for the first month   Subscribe Now   Cancel anytime.