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New England Patriots coach Mike Vrabel indicated that rookie interior offensive lineman Jared Wilson will play at center during rookie minicamp. However, Vrabel expects all interior players to know how to play all three spots.
He's valuing versatility along the offensive line and demanding it from his players. It's a great way to prepare for potential changes in emergency situations.
Wilson, who was drafted 95th overall out of Georgia, is talented and athletic enough to play at all three positions. He was arguably the best center in the entire 2025 NFL draft. That puts him in direct competition with the likes of Garrett Bradbury and Ben Brown, following the release of longtime center and former team captain David Andrews.
Wilson earned the nod for Second-Team All-SEC with the Bulldogs last season.
He's a tremendous anchor with the potential to be a long-term starting option for the Patriots at some point. The team has helped bridge his progression by bringing in a veteran like Bradbury, but there's also the possibility that Wilson could be ready to take the reins right out of the gates.
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This article originally appeared on Patriots Wire: Patriots coach Mike Vrabel reveals plan for rookie C Jared Wilson
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He's valuing versatility along the offensive line and demanding it from his players. It's a great way to prepare for potential changes in emergency situations.
Wilson, who was drafted 95th overall out of Georgia, is talented and athletic enough to play at all three positions. He was arguably the best center in the entire 2025 NFL draft. That puts him in direct competition with the likes of Garrett Bradbury and Ben Brown, following the release of longtime center and former team captain David Andrews.
Wilson earned the nod for Second-Team All-SEC with the Bulldogs last season.
He's a tremendous anchor with the potential to be a long-term starting option for the Patriots at some point. The team has helped bridge his progression by bringing in a veteran like Bradbury, but there's also the possibility that Wilson could be ready to take the reins right out of the gates.
Follow Patriots Wire on Twitter and Facebook.
This article originally appeared on Patriots Wire: Patriots coach Mike Vrabel reveals plan for rookie C Jared Wilson
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