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As we continue to delve into our 2024 mock-draft permutations, we've found what feels like the right spot on the calendar to suggest something that might... not... actually be in New England's best interest. While on Radio Row in Las Vegas ahead of Super Bowl LVIII last week, we had an opportunity to hear from a variety of folks who could share next-level insight on USC quarterback Caleb Williams, the presumed No. 1 overall pick in April. We heard from his head coach Lincoln Riley. We heard from Ashley Adamson, who covered him closely week to week for The Pac-12 Network. And we heard from draft cognoscente Connor Rogers of NBC Sports, who has gone over Williams' tape from afar with a fine-tooth comb. You can hear from all of them on the latest episode of Next Pats, where we ponder what it might take for the Patriots to get from the No. 3 overall pick to No. 1 in order to take Williams. Their insight is tremendous, particularly for Patriots followers who have questions about whether or not taking the Heisman winner from two seasons ago would be best for their team.