Switched to quarterback the next year and was all-conference. If the Patriots do still want a bigger linebacker, CincinnatisDarrian Beavers(National) is noticeably mobile at 6-foot-4, 255 pounds. He was named a FCS All-American and the Big Sky Conference defensive player of the year in 2021. 35. All-star games draw some of the top NFL Draft prospects each cycle. How high will Bo Melton move up draft boards after he posted a 4.34-second 40-yard dash? Andersen would give the Patriots a player who would fit the mold of a modern player at the position, while also being able to help out in other ways on special teams and maybe even offense. 58 overall pick on him in the 2022 NFL Draft. Plus ball skills help his cause, but he'll likely need some developmental time though he has all the athleticism to be an NFL cornerback. He was 2017 Big Sky Freshman of the Year. Gronk is really the only time a pick like this paid off for the Patriots. Weaknesses: For all his impressive athleticism and sky-high potential, Andersen is a very raw player at this point in his development. [15] His father played college basketball at Eastern Oregon University, while his sister ran track at Montana State. MSU01 Golden Bobcat Posts: 6189 Matt Groh said it himself, the linebacker position in the college game and by extension the NFL is changing. The above line graph shows his Madden 23 Rating Weekly Movement while below are . Maryland found creative ways to get Okonkwo the ball, and while he wouldnt likely be an instant success in the Patriots offense, he has the athleticism and playmaking ability to potentially contribute if he developed. In the later rounds, its hard to find a more fun prospect than Troy Andersen(National). 17.Drake Jackson, DE USC: Jackson is still a bit raw, but he has all the tools the Patriots look for to play along the edge of their defense. "Troy Andersen is a Day 1 starter in the league." - @McShay13 #NFLCombine . Those are the kinds of players the Patriots target in Round 2 and linebacker is a position where they might want to take a big swing. Andersen is the most unique playmaker in the 2022 #NFLDraft. The Falcons selected Troy Andersen with the No. Get familiar with Andersen's extremely rare skill set via my @TheDraftNetwork profile on @troy_andersen. But hes an interesting prospect for the sixth round. New England gets the player it was targeting: Elam. That should not come as a surprise: he only started playing the linebacker position in 2019 and has a mere 25 games worth of experience. Projected as a slot receiver, he makes up for his lack of size with both straight line speed and short area quickness. Andersens athleticism would allow the Patriots to use him all over their front seven, but his role most likely would be that of an off-the-ball Mike linebacker. He comes from a small school, which 1) puts a chip on his shoulder and 2) makes you wonder whether improved coaching couldnt get more out of him. Go behind the scenes with the Patriots coaching staff when they coached the East West Shrine Bowl in Las Vegas earlier this month. He won't be a first rounder, but there is a lot of potential to make an impact in many ways. When glossing over the Patriots biggest roster needs, edge does not often appear at the top of the list. Hes only been playing football since his junior year of high school so hes still learning the game, but he has just about every unteachable box checked off. Troy Andersen LB Montana State 6-3 243 SR #15. While he is still raw in that regard, his athletic skills allow him to quickly recover and make up for any mistakes; he is strong in pursuit and runs on a very hot motor. Hes a college tackle who started his college career at center and is likely to have the versatility to play every offensive line spot likely as a backup. Phelan M. Ebenhack/Copyright 2021 The Associated Press. Jake Camarda(American) of Georgia is the games top punter. Strengths: Andersen is an athlete. Granted, he will focus on one thing at the NFL, but a team might explore his abilities in a linebacker/fullback-type role reminiscent of former Patriots defender Elandon Roberts. 47. The Patriots check off three major needs, headlined by a dynamic weapon in Mike Dussault's first mock draft of the 2023 offseason. Andersen earned all-Big Sky and all-American honors again, accumulating 54 tackles and 6.5 sacks at linebacker while also scoring a team-high seven offensive touchdowns. His third-down value might be limited but he could be an early-down stud in New England's system. 34. Read More Football , NFL 14.Christian Watson, WR North Dakota State: Despite coming from a small school, Watson has big talent, with size and speed to match that make him an ideal outside receiver. The most versatile player in college football grew up with 800 head of cattle. Let him know on Twitter@RealAlexBarthor via email atabarth@985TheSportsHub.com. Only 25 of his 40 starts at Montana State actually came at linebacker: 11 came at quarterback, and four more at the running back position. Time waits for no man. Northern IowasTrevor Penning(National) is another massive blocker at 6-foot-7, and is listed anywhere from 320-340 pounds (well get an official measurement from the Senior Bowl). Montana State linebacker Troy Andersen has the chance to be an impact defender for the New England Patriots. [14], Andersen is a cousin of Major League Baseball pitcher Codi Heuer. but life in Beaverhead County was different than most all prospects in this 2022 NFL Draft. (Photo by Jonathan Bachman/Getty Images). Kyle Phillips, WR UCLA: Turn on Phillips' film and it screams Patriots, like he's a bigger version of Wes Welker who gives any coverage player absolute fits with his ability to get open quickly. Heres where this mock draft is almost too clean. All rights reserved. Theyre both three down linebackers who can play sideline-to-sideline. Damarion Williams, CB Houston: A tough captain who seems like he loves football, Williams will likely be headed to the slot in the NFL where his quickness can shine. Nov 13, 2021; Carson, California, USA; Nevada Wolf Pack wide receiver Romeo Doubs (7) catches a pass for a touchdown against the San Diego State Aztecs during the second half at Dignity Health Sports Park. Dr. Anderson started Phoenix Neurology and Sleep Medicine in 2006. When was Troy Andersen born? "I talked to this guy for around 10-15 minutes at the combine, and he's only played linebacker for two or three . Download the app to LISTEN LIVE wherever you are and connect with us like never before! His performance against Alabama shows he can compete against the best of the best. Top. Smoke Monday, S Auburn: A passionate player who likes to hit, Monday fits a strong safety profile. The Chiefs became AFC title game mainstays behind an offense whose top two targets were a . Theres a case to be made the Patriots could add at either spot this offseason. LB, Montana State. But if he doesnt, the Patriots would be happy to keep him around to serve as their sixth offensive lineman. He traded on draft day with his top rival in the AFC East. Obviously, hes a prime-time quarterback., Watson and Doubs actually have relatively similar skillsets, meaning these meetings could be an indication of the kind of receiver the Patriots are looking to add this spring. 42. Call 1-800-GAMBLER. Nope. BaylorsJT Woods(National) showed all the makings of a modern deep safety over the last two years. This past season, Watson flashed with 43 catches for 801 yards and seven touchdowns in 12 games. Questions? Hes not the strongest off-ball linebacker in the world but he moves so well. This year, the Patriots are sending four members of their coaching staff (aside from Bill Belichick, who attends as the team's general manager). 3.Kaiir Elam, CB Florida: Elam has all the size and physical ability you look for in a starting cornerback, and while there are some questions about his ability to play pure man coverage, he has the feet to stick with most receivers. While NE has a lot of strong safety types, Hill is more of a coverage player, but that extends beyond just a back-end free safety. As a multi-year starter, he recorded eight interceptions in 23 games as a junior and senior. Boston College offensive lineman Alec Lindstrom (72). Hes dealt with injuries throughout his college career. The 23-year-old is in fact one of the top athletes in the entire draft, and as impressive a player from that perspective as any that has entered the league in recent memory. Coby Bryant, CB Cincinnati: Bryant was part of a stacked Cinci defense that features plenty of prospects in this year's draft. So, it was awesome., It was good. Some of the things that stood out are listed below: Troy Andersen doesn't read books. Get the latest player news, stats, injury history and updates for Linebacker Troy Anderson of the Atlanta Falcons on NBC Sports Edge. As a senior, Andersen was named first-team All-State at quarterback and safety, as well as the Montana Defensive Player of the Year, after he passed for 1,403 yards, rushed for 877 yards, and scored 30 total touchdowns on offense and had 71 tackles with three interceptions and two fumbles recovered on defense while Beaverhead won the Class A state championship. UtahsDevin Lloyd(National) is the consensus top linebacker in the class, but hell likely be off the board before the Patriots pick. UConn defensive tackle Travis Jones (57). New England Patriots wide receivers coach Troy Brown discusses coaching the West team to a Shrine Bowl victory in the 2023 East-West Shrine Bowl. Don't miss on pre-sales, member-only contests and member only events. NFL prospects speaking at the Scouting Combine were quick to credit the work of Patriots coaches at the Shrine Bowl in preparing them for life in the NFL. Troy Andersen weighs 235 lbs (106 kg). The 23-year-old is in fact one of the top athletes in the entire draft, and as impressive a player from that perspective as any that has entered the league in recent memory. What would be his role? The Unpacking Future Packers Countdown is a countdown of 100 prospects that could be selected by the Green Bay Packers in the 2022 NFL Draft. 27. 4.Treylon Burks, WR Arkansas: Burks has gotten lost in the shuffle at receiver a bit since his 4.55 40-yard-dash at the Combine but don't let those testing numbers fool you, he is a versatile beast that could give the Patriots a potential number one receiver to build around. Over his last two seasons, he was 14-of-20 from beyond 40 yards. Position: Linebacker School: Montana State Current Year: Redshirt Senior; Height: 6'3 1/4 Weight: 242 pounds Wingspan: 77 5/8 Length: 32 1/8 Hand: 9 3/8 Troy Andersen Scouting Report. Christian Watson (National) of FCS powerhouse North Dakota has picked up a lot of buzz in recent weeks. Hes experienced for a player at this point, as a four-year contributor at Rutgers. Consider him a Day Two version of Nakobe Dean. This year there are plenty of needs and intriguing fits, starting with the 21st overall selection where the Patriots have seen plenty of cornerbacks, linebackers and receivers ascribed to them in various expert mock drafts. And not in a good way. Darien Butler, ST/LB Arizona State: A three-time captain, he's only 5-10, but is aggressive and quick. 22.James Cook, RB Georgia: Dalvin's brother is another good option for receiving back, with the kind of explosive speed the Patriots could use in their backfield. His strength in the run game is how rangy he is. He played quarterback and moved to linebacker, so hes 1) smart and 2) underdeveloped at a position where he was instantly impressive. Theres only one consensus top-50 receiver in the game Penn StatesJahan Dotson(National). Troy Andersen was born on April 23, 1999. Speed gets all the buzz, but Burks is a big, physical player who would improve the Patriots wide receiver room. 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