Description

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A singular, transcendent talent can change the fortunes of a football team instantly. Each year, NFL teams approach the draft with this knowledge, hoping that luck will be on their side and that their extensive scouting and analysis will pay off.

In On the Clock: New England Patriots, Sean Glennon explores the fascinating, rollercoaster history of the Pats at the draft, including tales of sixth-round pick Tom Brady, Richard Seymour, Rob Gronkowski, and more.

Readers will go behind the scenes with top decision-makers as they evaluate, deliberate, and ultimately make the picks they hope will tip the fate of their franchise toward success.

From seemingly surefire first-rounders to surprising late selections and the ones that got away, this is a must-read for Patriots faithful and football fans eager for a glimpse at how teams are built.

About the Author

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Sean Glennon is a sportswriter and football historian who has contributed to the Boston Globe, the Boston Phoenix, and Salon. He is the author of several books about the New England Patriots, including Tom Brady vs. the NFL and The Good, the Bad & the Ugly New England Patriots. He is a member of the Professional Football Researchers Association and the Gridiron Club of Greater Boston. He lives in Florence, Massachusetts.