NFL Draft class is not one likely to incite multiple trades up on draft night. There is a limited supply of blue-chip talent and those teams in position to nab one are not going to be quick to trade out.

Revel’s 2024 season ended with a torn ACL in September, but his 2023 tape had him on track to be a first rounder. There simply aren’t a lot of cornerbacks at 6-2+ with his unique mirroring athleticism and ball skills in coverage.

Speaking of having a man—the Patriots, and whoever will be coaching them, need to build around last year’s third overall pick Drake Maye. So, this pick could send the 22-year-old some much-needed protection or a much-needed go-to target.