Mike Giardi

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Articles by Mike Giardi

Patriots·Mar 17, 2026·77 comments

Giardi: Patriots could eye future at the offensive tackle spot in NFL Draft

Bottom line, right or wrong (or somewhere in between), the Pats believe Campbell will be better in year two, and the idea of using a high pick on that spot - when there are more pressing concerns in their mind - would be a waste of resources

Patriots·Mar 18, 2026·58 comments

Giardi: Time for the Patriots to take a tight end in the '26 Draft

The Patriots need an infusion of talent, with Hunter Henry much closer to the end than the beginning. The veteran wore down as the season progressed, largely because he was asked to do too much as a blocker.

Patriots·Mar 21, 2026·158 comments

Giardi: NFL Notebook - Rankings draw critique; plus, if Crosby's telling the truth...

“If you can’t find a way to make this kid part of your offense and get more out of him, you shouldn’t be coaching offense.”

Mar 23, 2026·59 comments

Completed Q&A: Giardi is knee-deep in draft prep; plus, how this year's roster stack to last year's? 3.24.26 9:30 AM

I'm fired up, even if my eyeballs are cooked from watching one player after the next. Please remember to refrain from commenting until the Q&A is complete. Thanks.

Patriots·Mar 24, 2026·57 comments

Giardi: Linebacker might be a need for the Patriots sooner rather than later; Dobbs out, OT Hudson in

Despite paying Robert Spillane and Christian Elliss last offseason, inside linebacker could still be a need in 2026.

Patriots·Mar 26, 2026·35 comments

Giardi: Should the Patriots take another safety in this year's draft?

With Byard's age and perhaps a lack of a suitable long-term solution alongside Woodson, safety is a need. Would Vrabel and company want one on day one? Feels unlikely. After that, the door is open.