Here’s a roundup of NFL draft expert analysis and reaction to the Patriots selecting Sacramento State’s Marte Mapu in Round 3.
Over two seasons as a starter for the Hornets, Mapu racked up 141 tackles, 12 tackles for loss, six interceptions and 20 passes defended. He was awarded Big Sky Defensive Player and named to First-Team All-America in his 2022 redshirt senior campaign.
The Patriots' selection of Mapu, who boasts some potential as a safety as well, has drawn rave reviews.Patriots select 6-3, 217 pound Marte Mapu from Sacramento State. Kind of a hybrid LB/S with looong arms. Feels like possible Dugger insurance as the Patriots safety enters the final year of his rookie deal. Will likely be blocked out this year because of safety depth.One NFC linebackers coach on Marte Mapu from Sacramento State : "Big upside. 'WILL' 'backer.
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