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Edge Rusher Akheem Mesidor Eyes Patriots Draft Opportunity

2/26/2026

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Akheem Mesidor, University of Miami edge rusher, expressed interest in being drafted by the New England Patriots, arguing his experience could be an advantage.
He highlighted positive interactions with the team's personnel, including Alonzo Highsmith.
Mesidor recorded 12.5 sacks last season.
Age and injury history raise concerns.
Missouri edge rusher Zion Young and Texas A&M's Cashius Howell also met with the Patriots, with Patriots executives acknowledging the need for improvement.

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Akheem Mesidor, University of Miami edge rusher, expressed interest in being drafted by the New England Patriots, arguing his experience could be an advantage.
He highlighted positive interactions with the team's personnel, including Alonzo Highsmith.
Mesidor recorded 12.5 sacks last season.
Age and injury history raise concerns.
Missouri edge rusher Zion Young and Texas A&M's Cashius Howell also met with the Patriots, with Patriots executives acknowledging the need for improvement.