NFL Draft standings, explained: How Joe Milton spoiled Patriots' 2025 No. 1 pick with win, Titans loss
Entering Week 18, New England had a 3-13 record and was in line to make the first overall selection in the upcoming 2025 NFL Draft. After briefly playing star rookie Drake Maye, Jerod Mayo turned to the franchise's other rookie quarterback, Joe Milton III, who led the Pats to a 23-16 win over the Bills to close the season.