See what the experts had to say about the Patriots second and third round draft picks from the 2025 NFL Draft.
Round 2, Pick 38: TreVeyon Henderson, RB – Ohio State
Michael Dussault, Patriots.com: Henderson should contribute immediately as a change-of-pace back and third-down option, and bring an element of needed explosiveness to an evolving Patriots offense.
Evan Lazar, Patriots.com: The #Patriots have selected Ohio State RB TreVeyon Henderson with the 38th overall pick. Henderson is an explosive weapon in the run and pass game. No. 18 on my big board.
I see shades of Breece Hall and Jahmyr Gibbs.
The #Patriots have selected Ohio State RB TreVeyon Henderson with the 38th overall pick. Henderson is an explosive weapon in the run and pass game. No. 18 on my big board.
I see shades of Breece Hall and Jahmyr Gibbs. Here is my write up. pic.twitter.com/fcxL0kNBVq
— Evan Lazar (@ezlazar) April 25, 2025
Jordan Schultz, FOX Sports: Drake Maye’s new best friend…
Adam Schefter, ESPN: At pick No. 38, the Patriots select Ohio St. RB TreVeyon Henderson. Two Ohio State RBs go two picks apart in round two.
At pick No. 38, the Patriots select Ohio St. RB TreVeyon Henderson.
Two Ohio State RBs go two picks apart in round two.
— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) April 25, 2025
Ian Rapoport, NFL Network: The #Patriots at No. 38 take #OSU RB TreVeyon Henderson, one of new/old OC Josh McDaniels is said to have a ton of love for.
@MoveTheSticks has called him the best pass-protecting RB in years.
The #Patriots at No. 38 take #OSU RB TreVeyon Henderson, one of new/old OC Josh McDaniels is said to have a ton of love for. @MoveTheSticks has called him the best pass-protecting RB in years.
— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) April 25, 2025
Brian Hines, Pats Pulpit: Henderson was my favorite back entering the day. Home-run speed, explosiveness, weapon in the passing game, awesome in pass pro.
Henderson was my favorite back entering the day. Home-run speed, explosiveness, weapon in the passing game, awesome in pass pro. pic.twitter.com/ufIEJLfIgF
— Brian Hines (@iambrianhines) April 25, 2025
The Patriots select Ohio State RB TreVeyon Henderson with their second-round pick (No. 38).
🏈 1,016 yards, averaging 7.1 avg. per carry in 2024
🏈 27 catches for 284 yards in 2024
The Patriots select Ohio State RB TreVeyon Henderson with their second-round pick (No. 38).🏈 5-foot-10, 202 pounds🏈 4.43 in the 40🏈 1,016 yards, averaging 7.1 avg. per carry in 2024🏈 27 catches for 284 yards in 2024
🏈 48 career TDs
— Mike Reiss (@MikeReiss) April 25, 2025
Mark Daniels, MassLive: With pick 38, the Patriots draft Ohio State RB TreVeyon Henderson. Really good running back. Henderson ran for 1,016 yards with 10 touchdowns last season. He also caught 27 passes for 284 yards. The Patriots RB is stacked with Rhamondre Stevenson, Antonio Gibson and Henderson.
With pick 38, the Patriots draft Ohio State RB TreVeyon Henderson.Really good running back. Henderson ran for 1,016 yards with 10 touchdowns last season. He also caught 27 passes for 284 yards.
The Patriots RB is stacked with Rhamondre Stevenson, Antonio Gibson and Henderson.
— Mark Daniels (@ByMarkDaniels) April 25, 2025
Ari Meirov, The 33rd Team: An all-around back, Henderson excels as a runner, receiver, and pass protector — he truly does it all. Another perfect Mike Vrabel player.
An all-around back, Henderson excels as a runner, receiver, and pass protector — he truly does it all.
Another perfect Mike Vrabel player. https://t.co/2v20zkZnrU
— Ari Meirov (@MySportsUpdate) April 25, 2025
Jerry Thornton, Barstool Sports: TreVeyon Henderson had 7.1 YPA. And 0 fumbles
Jon Gruden, Barstool Sports: New England just got themselves a great running back and an even better guy!! Good luck with the Patriots, TreVeyon!
Albert Breer, NBC Sports Boston: Head coach Mike Vrabel, college scouting director Cam Williams, and VP of Football Operations and Strategy John Streicher are Ohio State alums, and have a ton of institutional knowledge on the national champs. Henderson’s a fun weapon for Josh McDaniels.
Head coach Mike Vrabel, college scouting director Cam Williams, and VP of Football Operations and Strategy John Streicher are Ohio State alums, and have a ton of institutional knowledge on the national champs.
Henderson’s a fun weapon for Josh McDaniels. https://t.co/XZOx1w6xB5
— Albert Breer (@AlbertBreer) April 25, 2025
Robert Griffin III, NFL Analyst: TreVeyon Henderson scares defenses time he touches the ball. This is something the New England Patriots desperately needed in their offensive attack. He is a physical pass protector as well. A++ pick for Drake Maye’s development and his offense scoring points.
TreVeyon Henderson scares defenses
time he touches the ball. This is something the New England Patriots desperately needed in their offensive attack. He is a physical pass protector as well. A++ pick for Drake Maye’s development and his offense scoring points.#NFLDraft
— Robert Griffin III (@RGIII) April 25, 2025
Round 3, Pick 69: Kyle Williams, WR – Washington State
Mike Dussault, Patriots.com: Williams is a fast receiver who knows how to get open, traits that will fit in well into the Patriots wide receiver room. He should bring a needed element of explosiveness to the group.
Evan Lazar, Patriots.com: Kyle Williams, YOU are a Patriot.
Alex Barth, 98.5 The Sports Hub: Kyle Williams was a late riser in the process but a super fun player. Explosive, can separate at all three levels and is dangerous with the ball in his hands. I think Stefon Diggs will be a great influence on him.
Older (turns 23 in Nov), late-breakout prospect might limit ceiling, but he should be able to step in a be a playmaker right away.
Kyle Williams was a late riser in the process but a super fun player. Explosive, can separate at all three levels and is dangerous with the ball in his hands. I think Stefon Diggs will be a great influence on him.
Older (turns 23 in Nov), late-breakout prospect might limit…
— Alex Barth (@RealAlexBarth) April 26, 2025
Mike Giardi, The Boston Sports Journal: Kyle Williams, welcome to New England.
Kyle Williams, welcome to New England.
— Mike Giardi (@MikeGiardi) April 26, 2025
Jordan Schultz, Fox Sports: Washington State WR Kyle Williams to the #Patriots.
The league’s worst kept secret has been that every team loves Williams. Sensational after the catch. Another weapon for Drake Maye.
Washington State WR Kyle Williams to the #Patriots.
The league’s worst kept secret has been that every team loves Williams. Sensational after the catch. Another weapon for Drake Maye. pic.twitter.com/TlMxYCmzvm
— Jordan Schultz (@Schultz_Report) April 26, 2025
Adam Schefter, ESPN: At pick No. 69, the Patriots selected Washington State WR Kyle Williams.
At pick No. 69, the Patriots selected Washington State WR Kyle Williams.
— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) April 26, 2025
Ian Rapoport, NFL Network: Nice.
The Patriots select Washington State WR Kyle Williams with their initial third-round pick (No. 69):
🏈 Pre-draft visitor to Gillette
🏈 70 catches for 1,198 yards (17.1 avg.), w/ 14 TDs in 2024
🏈 Downfield threat; accelerates
The Patriots select Washington State WR Kyle Williams with their initial third-round pick (No. 69):🏈 Pre-draft visitor to Gillette🏈 5-foot-10, 190 pounds🏈 4.4 in 40-yard dash🏈 70 catches for 1,198 yards (17.1 avg.), w/ 14 TDs in 2024
🏈 Downfield threat; accelerates
— Mike Reiss (@MikeReiss) April 26, 2025
Ari Meirov, The 33rd Team:
Round 1: LT Will Campbell
Round 2: RB TreVeyon Henderson
Round 3: WR Kyle Williams
Taylor Kyles, CLNS: Kyle Williams was lower on Consensus Boards than Jaylin Noel, but I think Williams can live outside more than Noel due to his excellent releases
And while Williams is thin, he’s tougher and more physical than you’d expect
Kyle Williams was lower on Consensus Boards than Jaylin Noel, but I think Williams can live outside more than Noel due to his excellent releases
And while Williams is thin, he’s tougher and more physical than you’d expect
— Taylor Kyles (@tkyles39) April 26, 2025
Phil Perry, NBC Sports Boston: Patriots are taking Washington State receiver Kyle Williams with their first pick in the third round.
Patriots are taking Washington State receiver Kyle Williams with their first pick in the third round.
— Phil Perry (@PhilAPerry) April 26, 2025
Bleacher Report: Patriots select Washington State WR Kyle Williams
New England is loading up on offensive pieces this draft 🔥
Round 3, Pick 95: Jared Wilson, C – Georgia
Michael Dussault, Patriots.com: Wilson might not start right away, but he’s a high-upside depth piece who could grow into a starting role sooner than later. His intelligence and mobility make him a strong fit for the Patriots’ system, and he’s already shown the ability to handle complex defensive looks with poise.
Evan Lazar, Patriots.com: The #Patriots have selected Georgia C Jared Wilson with the 95th overall pick. Wilson posted a 9.98 RAS at the combine. Wide body, very good athlete with burst out of his stance, stout anchor. Starting-caliber upside.
The #Patriots have selected Georgia C Jared Wilson with the 95th overall pick. Wilson posted a 9.98 RAS at the combine. Wide body, very good athlete with burst out of his stance, stout anchor. Starting-caliber upside.
— Evan Lazar (@ezlazar) April 26, 2025
Alexandra Francisco, Patriots.com: James White announces the No. 95 overall pick.
Jared Wilson — a center from Georgia.
James White announces the No. 95 overall pick.
Jared Wilson — a center from Georgia.
— Alexandra Francisco (@ByAlFrancisco) April 26, 2025
Mike Kadlick, Patriots CLNS: The #Patriots selected Georgia C Jared Wilson with the 95th overall pick.
The #Patriots selected Georgia C Jared Wilson with the 95th overall pick.
— Mike Kadlick (@mikekadlick) April 26, 2025
Taylor Kyles, CLNS: The #Patriots have their center of the future and a potential day 1 starter
The Patriots select Georgia center Jared Wilson with their final third-round pick (No. 95):
🏈 Athletic (4.84 in 40, leading all centers at combine)
🏈One-year starter; young at position, moving to it in 2022
🏈 11-inch hand size is over average
The Patriots select Georgia center Jared Wilson with their final third-round pick (No. 95):🏈 6-foot-3, 310 pounds🏈 Athletic (4.84 in 40, leading all centers at combine)🏈One-year starter; young at position, moving to it in 2022
🏈 11-inch hand size is over average
— Mike Reiss (@MikeReiss) April 26, 2025
Mark Daniels, MassLive: With pick 95, the Patriots draft Georgia center Jared Wilson.
Patriots land a developmental center. It’s been a good draft for Drake Maye
With pick 95, the Patriots draft Georgia center Jared Wilson.
Patriots land a developmental center. It’s been a good draft for Drake Maye
— Mark Daniels (@ByMarkDaniels) April 26, 2025
Doug Kyed, The Boston Herald: That’s a great pick. Competes with Garrett Bradbury for the starting center spot.
