Joshua Farmer thought he might be a first or second round pick. That’s where many evaluators had him pegged.
The Florida State defensive lineman, however, had to wait until the fourth round. That’s when the Patriots moved up the board, making a trade with Cleveland, to snag Farmer with the 137 overall pick.
Speaking via Zoom call with the media, Farmer bemoaned the fact there were quite a few defensive tackles taken ahead of him.
“I think there was 17 defensive tackles taken ahead of me. Everybody in the world knows that’s not how it was supposed to go,” he said. “I’m just going to have to get there and prove everybody wrong and just be the best me every day. I wouldn’t want it to go any other way. I’m blessed.”
The Patriots probably think they got a steal. They had some inside information when it came to Farmer.
Defensive line coach Clint McMillan was part of Florida State’s coaching staff a few years back before heading to Tennessee, and now, New England.
“It’s a great fit for me,” Farmer said, alluding to his relationship with McMillans. “It’s the perfect place to go. I love what we got going in New England. I’m just ready to get to work.”
Farmer, team captain, was a productive player for the Seminoles. Last year, he finished with 32 tackles, eight for loss, with four sacks.
He had a 30-visit with the Patriots.
“I loved it,” Farmer said of the visit. “I love Coach Vrabel. I remember him my freshman year coming to Florida State and putting on the pads, letting them guys crack him.”
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