Boston Herald

With 10 days left before the NFL Draft, the Patriots’ plans remain as mysterious as ever. Will they trade up for a quarterback? Could they trade down? Do they view cornerback or offensive tackle as the greater long-term need? As expected, Bill Belichick was tight-lipped last week in his annual pre-draft press conference, the last time he’ll speak before the Pats make a selection. But reading between the lines of his answers, and surveying the landscapes of college talent and team needs, here is our latest projection of what the front office will do come draft weekend.