Overview

• Will Campbell, a three-year starter at LSU and consensus All-American, was selected fourth overall by the New England Patriots in the 2025 NFL Draft.
• Campbell will take on the role of starting left tackle, tasked with protecting quarterback Drake Maye, who endured significant pressure last season.
• The Patriots prioritized Campbell despite concerns about his arm length, with coach Mike Vrabel and offensive line coach Doug Marrone expressing confidence in his ability to excel at tackle.
• New England’s offensive line ranked near the bottom of the league in pass-blocking metrics last season, prompting the team to target Campbell to address this weakness.
• Campbell’s physicality, football intelligence, and leadership qualities align with the culture Vrabel aims to establish in the Patriots’ ongoing rebuild.