The 2017 Patriots Draft, and How We Got HerePatriots by Mike Cooney - April 8, 2017April 28, 20170 One of the keys to New England's dominance over the past 16 years has been their machinations in the draft. The Patriots draft moves have been masterful. From trading players, to understanding the free agent compensation system, Bill Belichick has used the draft to add established players like Wes Welker,