The New England Patriots have made a point to upgrade their offense in a major way during the 2024 NFL Draft. In fact, their first five picks were all offensive players, headlined by North Carolina quarterback Drake Maye at No. 3 overall in the first round.
The Patriots finally addressed a position of need on defense with the selection of South Carolina cornerback Marcellas Dial in the sixth round (180th overall).
Dial is a great athlete who played three seasons for the Gamecocks from 2021 through 2023. He tallied 83 solo tackles with one sack, 28 pass breakups and three interceptions in 36 career games.
Highlights of corner back Marcellas Dial of South Carolina, who the Patriots took in the 6th round with the 180th overall pick in the 2024 NFL Draft
What exactly are the Patriots getting in Dial? Our Patriots insider Phil Perry provided a scouting report and a grade for the pick:
“This looks like an upside play at one …
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