17. New England Patriots: J.J. Watt, DE, Wisconsin
By Derek Hanson of Foxboro Blog
The Patriots' top priority this off-season should be to improve the pass rush. While the outside linebacker position is a greater need for the Pats than defensive end, J.J. Watt provides the type of three-down value that Bill Belichick looks for in a first round pick. Watt is arguably the best 5-technique DE in the draft and should be able to start next to Vince Wilfork in the 3-4. Getting back to the pass rush, Watt is no slouch in that department, recording 21 tackles for loss and seven sacks this past season.
