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The New England Patriots made a decisive move to strengthen their offensive line in the 2025 NFL Draft, selecting LSU Tigers standout Will Campbell with the No. 4 overall pick. While the decision came as no surprise to those tracking the Patriots' draft board, the reaction from head coach Mike Vrabel offered insight into how highly the team valued the All-American tackle.
“This was a very, very easy pick for us,” Vrabel told the media, according to Mike Reiss on X, formerly Twitter. That sentiment underscores how confident New England felt about Campbell's potential to anchor their offensive line for years to come.
Campbell arrives in Foxborough with a decorated college resume. Over three seasons at LSU, he started 38 games and allowed just five sacks, including a flawless 2023 campaign where he did not allow a single sack. His efforts helped LSU lead the SEC in fewest sacks allowed in 2024, while powering one of the nation's top offenses.
The Patriots, who were plagued by offensive line instability in the 2024 NFL season, are banking on Campbell's polished skill set and physicality to bring immediate stability. While questions remain about whether Campbell projects long-term at tackle or guard, his versatility, athleticism, and technique make him an ideal fit for a Pats unit that values toughness and discipline.
For Vrabel, in his first year coaching the team he once played for, Campbell's tape and intangibles made him a no-brainer selection. Coming off a stretch where the Patriots made top-five picks in back-to-back years for the first time since 1993-94, New England's front office is clearly focused on building a foundation through the trenches.
Campbell may not have the flashy skill set of a skill position player, but he offers something more valuable: elite-level consistency. With his combination of SEC experience, durability, and upside, he could become a cornerstone of the Patriots' offense for the next decade.
