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Bill Belichick is among the true prophets of the New England Patriots’ success. His visionary insight got some of the greatest NFL athletes and has a good taste of Super Bowl glory. However, even the GOATs miss out on a few things. GM Belichick also had terrible picks in the draft. But bringing in Tom Brady and Rob Gronkowski overshadowed the Patriots’ dire draft picks.

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After several trade attempts, the Patriots hit the lever for N’Keal Harry. The franchise dealt the WR to the Chicago Bears in exchange for a 2024 seventh-round pick. Harry had a challenging career and frequently suffered injuries. His Patriots’ future also appeared precarious.

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During the UNDISPUTED: Skip and Shannon broadcast, Hall of Famer Shannon Sharpe discusses why no one can criticize Bill Belichick for the bust deal of N’Keal Harry. Moreover, just because he chose Tom Brady and Rob Gronkowski, the two most significant players in NFL history.

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“It’s a bad draft. Pick it may be one of his worse. Because [Bill Belichick] took Bethel Johnson in the second round, Chad Jackson in the second round. He traded up to get Chase Jackson. Brandon Tate in the third round. Taylor Price, third round Aaron Dobson. This pick looks worse because here are some of the guys that went after he took N’Keal Harry. Deebo Samuel, A.J. Brown, D.K Metcalf, Terry McClure.” Said Sharpe.

He adds, “But see when you get Brady, you get Gronk, Richard Seymour’s going to the Hall of Fame. He did draft DeSantis Samuel, who had a great career, and Jamie Collins in the second round. Julian Edelman in the seventh round you drive Brady and Gronk, everybody.  Forget about all the bust drafts. You drafted two GOATs.”

Has Bill Belichick lost the golden intuition after picking Tom Brady?

NFL enthusiasts see Head Coach/GM Bill Belichick as a true genius with the eyes of a visionary. Having most of the command, he built the New England Patriots as one of the most desirable franchises in the NFL legacy. He brought Tom Brady and Rob Gronkowski and strengthened themselves as the GOAT. However, Brady is now with the Buccaneers, while Gronk chose retirement. Did GM Belichick get someone like Thor, the Mjölnir worthy in Asgard?

Bill Belichick brings in Mac Jones to fill in the void. Undoubtedly, he gave out incredible effort in his rookie season. Compared to before, Bill Belichick might now play a leading part in the sophomore-year quarterback’s growth. Moreover, losing an asset like Josh McDaniels may not be a plus. But Belichick can provide some relief.

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Pavitra Shome is a senior NFL writer at EssentiallySports. A specialist in NFL Draft and trade, Pavitra is our very own QB when it comes to NFL coverage with nearly 1700 articles under his belt. A Master’s Degree holder in Journalism and Mass Communication, Pavitra uses his editorial judgment to distinguish between a plain rumor and a distinct possibility. A lifetime fan of Tom Brady, Pavitra has recently taken to the new NFL sensation, Patrick Mahomes. He believes the NFL QB transition won’t last for too long thanks to exciting new talent emerging in recent times. Pavitra’s penchant for breaking news and insider knowledge keeps him on the hunt and staying connected with fans. His story on “What Is Going On?”: ‘Reckless’ Referees Hit ‘Rigged’ Cage As NFL Fans Demand AI To Officiate Chiefs-Bengals Epic is a testimony to his ability to be on top of his game. Pavitra aspires to be in the big league of Ian Rapoport, Adam Schefter and Mike Garafolo at some stage in his broadcast career. When not writing or thinking NFL, Pavitra likes to explore. He is a history buff and loves exploring heritage sites and making mini v-logs. Moreover, with a passion for biking, he's always up for a ride!

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