In the 2023 NFL Draft, the New England Patriots selected Julian Ashby, a long snapper from Vanderbilt, with the 251st overall pick. Analysts met this choice with skepticism, questioning the rationale behind taking a long snapper when Joe Cardona, an established player, is already on the roster. Many suggested that the decision indicated potential concerns about Cardona's future. Comparatively low grades were assigned to the pick, with critics arguing that other players could have offered more immediate value. As the final choice for the Patriots in this draft, Ashby’s performance will be closely scrutinized.
I understand that the seventh round is really just a place to get guys that you want as a UDFA, but I think there are players on the board that could help the Patriots. Instead, they go for a long snapper. Joe Cardona is a leader, and I hate taking his replacement here.
Joe Cardona has been a good long-snapper for a long time, but Mike Vrabel seems intent on replacing every captain from the 2024 team. I won't profess to have expert knowledge on the position, but Dane Brugler's The Beast has him rated as the 5th best player at the position. I don't understand it.
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