NFL Draft 2024: Instant grade for the Patriots’ second-round pick, WR Ja’Lynn Polk

After addressing the quarterback position with their first pick in the 2024 NFL Draft, the New England Patriots went wide receiver with their second. Following a minor trade down the boar, the team selected Washington wide receiver Ja’Lynn Polk at No. 37 overall.

Polk adds youth an developmental talent to a wide receiver corps in need of upgrades.

2-37 WR Ja’Lynn Polk (Washington)

Bernd Buchmasser: The Patriots did not pick a traditional X to address their biggest open spot with their receiver group, but rather another hybrid inside/outside receiver. That being said, Polk has the potential to develop into an all-around weapon capable of attacking all three levels of a defense. It may not be a flashy pick, but one that could have positive contributions from early on in his rookie season. | B-

Brian Hines: New England adds a weapon in Polk, who played for wide receiver coach Tyler Hughes in Washington last year. While his athletic profile may limit his ceiling, Polk’s toughness, versatility and hands will allow him to play a valuable role in their passing attack. | B+

With Polk now added to the mix, the Patriots’ wide receiver group stands at 10 deep. The rookie joins Kendrick Bourne, DeMario Douglas, K.J. Osborn, JuJu Smith-Schuster, Tyquan Thornton, Jalen Reagor, Kayshon Boutte, T.J. Luther and Kawaan Baker.

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