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April 26, 2008

Pats Draft For Need

The Patriots moved to bolster their aging linebacking corps by using their first-round draft choice to select Jerod Mayo of Tennessee.
There's no question that New England needs linebackers. Tedy Bruschi will be 35 in June. Although Mike Vrabel had a career-high, and team-leading, 12.5 sacks last season, he'll be 33 in August. Adalius Thomas, a highly-sought after free agent last year, will be 31 in August. Junior Seau turned 39 in January and the Pats released pass-rushing specialist Rosevelt Colvin in February .
By taking Mayo, the Pats passed on another seemingly pressing need -- cornerback. With the 11th choice overall, AFC East rival Buffalo selected Troy, Ala., State CB Ledois McKelvin.

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