The New England Patriots' draft history over the past decade reveals a tumultuous journey filled with both triumph and disappointment. The 2015 draft saw Malcom Brown selected, who helped secure two Super Bowl victories but ultimately fell short of expectations, leaving the NFL after a lackluster career. The forfeited 2016 pick due to the Deflategate scandal looms large, while the 2017 pick was traded away, leading to a Super Bowl win.

In 2018, selecting Isaiah Wynn and Sony Michel marked another mixed bag; Wynn struggled with injuries, and Michel retired early after a promising postseason. The 2019 choice of N'Keal Harry is infamous, with fans lamenting missing out on stars like A.J. Brown. Mac Jones was drafted in 2021, aiming to fill Tom Brady's shoes but has struggled amid coaching challenges. Recent picks like Cole Strange and Christian Gonzalez have shown promise, indicating a potential shift in the team's drafting strategy.