Patriots’ Top Draft Pick Derek Rivers Could Bring Versatility To Defense

by Doug Kyed | May 1, 2017 | 1 Min Read

The New England Patriots used their top pick on a pass rusher for just the second time in the Bill Belichick era. So, what makes defensive end Derek Rivers so special?

NESN.com’s Doug Kyed and Zack Cox discussed what Rivers brings to the Patriots on this week’s episode of “The Football Word.” Check out the segment above.

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