The New England Patriots, picking 31st overall in the upcoming 2026 NFL Draft, are looking to enhance their specialists after bolstering their group last year with kicker Andy Borregales and long snapper Julian Ashby. They may target a punter, with Brett Thorson from Georgia, the 2025 Ray Guy Award winner, as a top prospect. Other candidates include Ryan Eckley (Michigan State), Jack Stonehouse (Syracuse), and Tommy Doman (Florida), all showing promising performances. Additional names to consider are Tyler Perkins, Ross James, Wes Pahl, Cole Maynard, and Keegan Andrews.
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