Utah OT Caleb Lomu was drafted No. 28 by the New England Patriots. Here’s what their GM and NFL analysts think of the pick
By Joe Coles
Published on April 24, 2026.
The New England Patriots have drafted Utah offensive tackle Caleb Lomu, marking the first time two Utah players have been drafted in the first round of the 2026 NFL Draft. The Bills traded their No. 28 selection to New England in exchange for picks No. 31 and No. 125. The Patriots' GM, Eliot Wolf, stated that the team felt it was crucial to trade up for Lomam as he was still on the board. The 6-foot-6, 313-pound player has proven himself as the starting left tackle for the University of Utah and has been named All-Big 12 first team after the 2025 season. Despite an up-and-down rookie season, the Patriots are expected to continue to roll with Will Cambpell at left tackle, meaning any playing time for him would likely come from the right side of the ball.
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