The New England Patriots have given quarterback Mac Jones another quality wide receiver to target next season, and he seems pretty excited about it.
It’s not official yet, but according to multiple reports, the Patriots are acquiring DeVante Parker and a 2022 fifth-round draft pick from the Miami Dolphins in exchange for a 2023 third-round pick.
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A few hours after news of the trade broke, Jones took to Twitter to get his feelings moving:
It’s not hard to understand Jones’ excitement about this trade.
Parker has the size, strength and speed the Patriots lack at wide receiver. He’s the kind of outside threat the Patriots need, one who can make big plays even on deep passes.
The 29-year veteran had 40 receptions for 510 yards and two touchdowns last season despite missing seven games. His best season came in 2019, when he set career highs with 72 receptions, 1,202 yards and nine touchdowns.
Wide receiver was a position the Patriots needed to improve in the offseason, and the addition of Parker is a nice boost for Jones and the passing attack. More work remains for the Patriots, however, and we could still see them add another wideout or two before training camp begins.
The best place to find this player might be in the 2022 NFL Draft later this month. As a result of this Parker trade, the Patriots now have eight picks available, and this year’s league is rich with exciting wide receiver talent.