CHESTNUT HILL— The New England Patriots were one of 29 NFL teams and four CFL teams in attendance for Boston College's pro day on Monday.
The workout featured 10 draft-eligible players from the Eagles, including wide receiver Lewis Bond, offensive lineman Jude Bowry, offensive lineman Kevin Cline, tight end Jeremiah Franklin, defensive end Quintayvious Hutchins, long snapper Ben Mann, defensive tackle Sedarius McConnell, running back Jordan McDonald, fullback/linebacker Vaughn Pemberton and offensive lineman Logan Taylor. In addition, Wagner running back Andre Hines Jr. and Dartmouth offensive lineman Delby Lemieuxalso participated in the event.
Amongst the Patriots contingent who made the trip to Chestnut Hill were head coach Mike Vrabel, vice president of player personnel Ryan Cowden, director of college scouting Tony Kinkela and personnel coordinator Brian Smith. New England offensive line coach Doug Marrone and outside linebacker coach Mike Smith, both of whom previously worked under Boston College head coach Bill O’Brienwere also on hand to run players through positional drills.
For O’Brien and Vrabel, their relationship stems back to their time together at the Houston Texans, where Vrabel served as an assistant to O’Brien (2014-17). The two could be seen spending quite a considerable amount of time chatting throughout the workout. “Obviously Mike’s done an unbelievable job with the Patriots in a very short time, turning that around,” O’Brien said following the pro day. “We try to recruit guys that are tough, that are smart, that are dependable and I think those are the type of guys that [Vrabel’s] looking for on his team.
Of the group of prospects, the most anticipated performer in attendance was Bond, a notable snub from the NFL Scouting Combine last month who set a new school-record with 213 career receptions, previously held by Zay Flowers (Ravens). “Lewis Bondis one of the best players to ever play here,” O’Brien said.
A staple of consistency for the Eagles offense, Bond set career-highs in receptions (88) and yards (993) this past season, while adding one score. More quick than fast, there were concerns surrounding his timed speed, and while Bond didn’t exactly burn up the turf, he tested in the mid-4.50 range in the forty-yard dash, according to scouts in attendance. The time is more than adequate to find success at the next level, as Bond gains ground on his quick release and demonstrates the play-speed to create separation due to his crisp route running, especially in the short-to-intermediate parts of the field.
"I think my ability to run routes and my football IQ," The 5-foot-11, 197-pound wideout stated following the workout. "Being here under pro head coaches ... I think that shows my ability to get off press on the outside, understand zones in the inside." A potential Day 3 selection, Bond could be viewed as an eventual replacement for slot wideout DeMario Douglas, who is entering the final year of his contract. He acknowledged that he had a chance to catch up with Vrabel during the workout. “He’s a great guy, kind of reminds me of Coach O’Brien. All about football, he’s smart, knows football, very disciplined and he leads that way,” Bond said.
The most impressive performance of the day belonged to offensive tackle Jude Bowry, a possible mid-round target for the Patriots to consider. Measuring in at 6-foot-5 and 314 pounds, Bowry possesses prototype size and flashed excellent lateral movement during positional drills, while adding 25 bench press reps of 225 pounds. "I'm a good overall player," Bowry stated. "I can do anything, where you need me, I'm (going to) work at it and do what I need to do."
With experience at both left and right tackle, Bowry could be viewed as a swing tackle, able to backup both positions, a role previously held by Vederian Lowe, who departed via free agency to the San Francisco 49ers. In preparation for his pro day, Bowry had been working with a familiar face, former legendary Patriots offensive line coach Dante Scarnecchia. Meanwhile, Marrone would work him through drills.
"Coach Scar is great, man. It's great to work with him. He's a legend. He's helped me a lot with my punch and just being a better overall player. He has seen the game in many ways and I just appreciate everything he has done," Bowry explained. "Coach Marrone, just like Coach Scar, two great minds of football. It's great to be around him again. Great to see him. I've seen him throughout this whole process."
The Patriots were sure to also get a good look at fellow offensive lineman Logan Taylor, whom Marrone also put through positional work. With experience at all five offensive line spots, Taylor demonstrated the ability to explode through contact, along with the necessary movement skills to get down the line on pull blocks. Known to be a highly cerebral player who brings a bit of a chip on his shoulder, the towering 6-foot-7, 314-pound Taylor is considered a Day 3 prospect who could fit in as a valuable backup.
One other player who could hear his name called on the final day of the draft would be defensive end Quintayvious Hutchins. Standing in at 6-foot-3 and 227 pounds, Hutchins lacks ideal length with 32 ⅝-inch arms, signaling a move to standup linebacker could be in the cards as he transitions to the pros. Hutchins demonstrated a quick bounce in his step, although he does have quite a bit of hip stiffness. He would likely fit in New England as a situational pass-rusher who can win with quickness. He also spent time getting to know Vrabel on Monday.
“It was genuine,” Hutchins said of the meeting. “He took the time out to see something in me, to stop his day to say something to me. It was a moment of shock for him coming to me face-to-face but it was really cool … low-key, I did [think he was testing me] but that’s what I wanted to happen to where it seemed like he’s comfortable with my strength as a player, as he’s a coach looking at me. I did feel that but I didn’t mind it.”
The Patriots are clearly in the market for a tight end as we near the draft. One possibility might include Jeremiah Franklin. The Eagles' tight end took a huge step forward this past season as a legitimate weapon in the offense, hauling in 49 balls for 506 yards and a pair of touchdowns. He was timed in the mid 4.7-range during his forty-yard dash attempts, per scouts in attendance. Measuring in at 6-foot-3 and 248 pounds, Franklin brings average size, along with solid route running and inline blocking skills that would make him a backup candidate at the next level. He is viewed more as a high-priority free agent who would likely be signed following the draft.
Another notable was 5-foot-11, 233-pound fullback Vaughn Pemberton. While he didn’t have any touches for Boston College in 2025, he totaled 548 ruhsing yards and 136 receiving yards during his three seasons at Ball State. Since fullbacks are not heavily utilized in the NFL, once he was done with offensive drills, he switched to defense and took part in linebacker drills to showcase his versatility to the NFL scouts in attendance.
Lastly, this was a big stage for Delby Lemieuxof Dartmouth. An FCS All-American standout at left tackle, Lemieux made the position switch to center down in Mobile during the Senior Bowl this past January. He drew rave reviews throughout the week but was not invited to Indy for the combine. It was one final time to impress NFL decision-makers, as the Duxbury, Massachusetts native displayed a sturdy, wide base, quick feet, and strong hand placement during pro day. A developmental prospect with upside, Lemieux could be another player that New England seeks to bring in as an undrafted free agent.
PLAYERS MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE:
BOND, LEWIS | Boston College | WR | rSr | #11 | Chicago, IL | Day 3
Evaluation:The unquestioned leader of the Eagles offense, Bond plays faster than his estimated timed speed suggests, blending crisp route stems with an instinctive feel for settling into zone voids. Against man coverage, his suddenness creates consistent separation at the top of breaks. Bond is a natural hands-catcher with outstanding vision after the grab, routinely turning short throws into chunk gains. He also excels at adjusting to off-target passes, contorting his body to the ball without losing focus. His primary area for growth is high-pointing contested catches. Adding explosiveness in his lower body and refining leap timing will elevate him from a reliable chain-mover to a true vertical threat. Head coach Bill O’Brien, who was an offensive coordinator for Alabama, has made direct comparisons to John Metchie —high praise that underscores Bond’s polish, football IQ, and untapped upside. A combine snub, don’t be surprised to see Bond hear his name called late in the draft.
Background:Senior Bowl participant. Appeared in 38 games in four seasons at Chestnut Hill. A team captain and All-ACC Second Team selection in 2025; became the school’s all-time receptions leader with 211. Majored in Master of Science in Sports Administration. A three-star prospect from Kenwood Academy, he played both running back and wide receiver. The recipient of the Michael F. Price Endowed Athletic Scholarship, he is the son of Ngozi Harris.
Stats:Played 12 games in 2025, had 88 catches, 993 yards (11.3 average), one touchdown. In 46 career games, had 213 catches, 2,385 yards (11.2 average), 11 touchdowns.
BOWRY, JUDE | Boston College | OYT | rJr. | #71 | Germantown, MD, | Day 2
Evaluation:A vocal team captain, Bowry is a true alpha whose leadership and infectious energy elevate the entire offensive line. With prototype size, length and athleticism, Bowry possesses legitimate multi-positional versatility who can play four spots (LT, RT, LG, RG). In the run game, Bowry plays with a nasty demeanor and is a true people-mover on down blocks in gap schemes. He’s also an outstanding reach blocker on outside zone, routinely sealing the edge with power and torque. His pull timing and foot speed for a man of his size is impressive—consistently showing up on film when asked to trap, or lead around the corner. As a pass protector, Bowry is a natural knee-bender with a violent, accurate punch that lands inside the breastplate and stops bull rushes in their tracks. His lateral quickness and mirror ability allow him to handle speed on vertical sets, and he rarely gets beaten clean off the edge. Areas for refinement are mostly technical; he can get a shade heavy-footed when defenders cross his face (needs quicker, more consistent recovery steps), and he must improve re-fitting his hands on the move to avoid holding flags. Continued work in tight quarters (‘phone boot’ battles), will cut down on occasional holding penalties. If Bowry embraces full positional flexibility at the next level and cleans up those small details, he has the traits—size, power, athleticism and demeanor to develop into a high-end NFL starter at either guard or tackle. He projects as a Day 2 value with Pro Bowl upside if everything clicks.
Background: Senior Bowl participant. A Communication major who is the Recipient of the Cote Family Football Scholarship. A three-star recruit out of St. Frances Academy. The son of Howlynn Pennicott and Dale Bowry.
TAYLOR, LOGAN | Boston College | OT | rSr | #65 | Lunenburg, NS | Day 3
Evaluation: A fifth-year senior, Taylor has stepped into a leadership vacuum on the Boston College offensive line following the departures of Ozzy Trapillo (Bears) and Drew Kendall (Eagles). His positional flexibility makes him capable of starting at either tackle or guard, which gives him multiple avenues to climb draft boards. Taylor possesses an elite football IQ; he diagnoses twists and fronts during the pre-snap with surgical precision. In addition, his hands act as weapons—violent, accurate and always inside the frame, delivering a jolting punch that stonewalls pass-rushers cold. A natural knee-bender, Taylor anchors effortlessly against power, absorbing bull-rushes without yielding ground. In the run game, he’s a pure road-grader. Whether base-blocking in tight quarters, reaching in zone, or down-blocking in gap schemes, Taylor finishes with phone-booth nastiness and sustained leg drive. The lone refinement area is his vertical set at tackle, as speed-to-bend edge rushers occasionally force him to open the gate early, exposing the outside. Sliding inside to guard would play to his strengths, shorten his sets, and likely cement him as a Day 2 pick.
Background: A three-year starter at left tackle for Boston College (2023-25), earning All-ACC honors on three occasions and was named team captain in 2025. Pursuing a Masters of Science in Sports Administration. Previously started on season at Virginia (2022). A four-star recruit out of Episcopal High School.
HUTCHINS, QUINTAYVIOUS | Boston College | ER | rSr | #15 | Bessemer, AL | HPFA
Evaluation: While the numbers may not reflect it, Hutchins has terrorized opposing quarterbacks as the centerpiece of the Eagles’ defense, run by former NFL defensive coordinator Tim Lewis. He possesses supreme get-off, highlighted by two explosive first steps that erase the edge before opposing tackles can settle. Against Notre Dame, his sideline-to-sideline motor and twitch unlocked a ruthless closing burst and ankle-breaking pursuit angles. His container discipline is evident in sprint-out looks, as he sets the edge, reads the quarterback’s eyes and squeezes the perimeter with veteran-level awareness. His change of direction is absurd, as he dips, bends and corners like a 240-pound sports car. Hutchins pass-rush arsenal is speed-driven—a lightning outside speed rush seamlessly morphs into counters that leave tackles grasping air. The missing link is inside counters—developing a reliable cross-chop or rip will force blockers to honor both edges and elevate him into a complete disruptor. Well-coached on the fundamentals, Huchins comes with an athletic profile that will excite scouts and coaches alike at the next level.
Background: Senior Bowl participant. Missed the last game of the 2025 season due to a leg injury. A first-time team captain in 2025, an Undeclared Major, and recipient of the Arledge Family Flynn Fund Scholarship. A three-star recruit from Bessemer City High School. He is the son of Janice Hutchins and Christopher Mayweather.
Stats: Played 10 games in 2025, had 35 tackles, three and a half tackles for loss, two sacks, one pass deflection. In 43 career games, had 72 tackles, nine tackles for loss, five and a half sacks, one forced fumble, two fumble recoveries, one pass deflection, one interception.
PEMBERTON, VAUGHN | Boston College | FB/RB | Sr | #23 | Chicago, IL | HPFA
Evaluation: A converted linebacker who shows physicality as a downhill runner, Pemberton keeps his legs churning. As a ball carrier, he shows great patience, letting blocks develop and uses keen vision to spot open holes, allowing him to burst with authority. As a pass catcher, Pemberton is a smooth route runner who gains yards after the catch and adjusts to off-target throws. Pemberton is not known for his foot quickness, but he can maximize his physicality at fullback and in special teams roles at the next level.
Background: College Gridiron Showcase participant. Transferred from Ball State, where he appeared in 29 games, with 119 rushing attempts, 548 rushing yards, three rushing touchdowns, 31 receptions, 239 receiving yards, and three receiving touchdowns. A two-star recruit from Loyola Academy, he was a second-team all-conference selection and offensive team MVP. He is the son of Tonya and Steve Pemberton. His father, Steve, graduated from Boston College in 1989, is a best-selling author, and serves on the Boston College Board of Trustees. His brother, Quinn, graduated from Boston College in 2023 and played basketball for the team.
Stats: Played 10 games in 2025, no touches. In 38 career games, had 119 carries, 548 yards (4.6 average), three touchdowns; 22 catches, 136 yards (6.2 average), two touchdowns.
LEMIEUX, DELBY | Dartmouth | OL | Sr | #75 | Duxbury, MA | HPFA
Evaluation:An experienced FCS tackle, Lemieux is a physical specimen in the run game and capable of playing every position at the next level. He has an outstanding football IQ, evident in his ability to take control, communicate effectively and make sound calls when reading fronts. In pass protection, he excels at quick sets to mirror any rush. Lemieux is active in pass pro, delivering a firm punch with his hand placement inside the breastplate. Although he needs to rewrap his hands in the run game, he also constantly looks for extra work in pass pro when uncovered. One main area of concern is that he is a hip bender rather than a knee bender, which leaves him at a disadvantage against power rushers. In the run game, he fires off the ball with leverage, keeping his back flat. Lemieux has a wide base while moving his feet on contact. On base blocks, he stays square enough to get into a phone booth. On double teams, as shown in Senior Bowl practices, he was able to get hip-to-hip, although his footwork on down blocks is choppy. The main area for development is his second-level track, as he tends to be sluggish when climbing to block a linebacker and get off a double team. During his week of practice in Mobile, Lemieux drew rave reviews for how well he handled the center position, which would seem to be where he projects in the pros.
Background: Senior Bowl participant. Missed two games in 2025 due to an unspecified injury. All-Ivy League First Team in 2024, along with All-ECAC, FCS Football Central All-America Second Team, Phil Steele FCS All-America Third Team, AP All-America Honorable Mention, and the Jake Crouthamel Award. In 2023, he earned All-Ivy League Honorable Mention, Phil Steele All-Ivy Second Team, and FCS Football Central All-Ivy Second Team, and received the Charles “Stubby” Pearson Award (2023 team award). A zero-star recruit from Duxbury High School, he was a Division IV All-State team selection as a senior, team MVP, National Football Foundation Jack Grinold EMass Chapter Scholar-Athlete Award recipient, an All-Scholastic, a first-team selection by the Boston Globe and Boston Herald, and team captain in his senior year. In addition to football, he lettered in lacrosse and served as a team captain.
A certified draftnik, Ric Serritella has been covering the NFL Draft for the past 24 seasons. Follow him @NLDraftBible.
