Pen met paper in Foxborough as the New England Patriots officially kicked off rookie minicamp at Gillette Stadium, signing five of their 2026 draft picks and 12 undrafted free agents on Friday.
The new rookie deals include a mix of offensive and defensive talent, headlined by former Alabama running back Jam Miller. Here's the full list of draft picks who put pen to paper:
Karon Prunty, CB (5th round, No. 171 overall)
The 24-year-old cornerback was the first reported signing last week. Standing 6-foot-1 and 192 pounds, Prunty brings a wealth of experience after stops at Kansas, North Carolina A&T, and Wake Forest. He eclipsed 3,000 career defensive snaps and 50 starts, earning third-team All-ACC honors in 2025. Last fall, he appeared in all 13 games for the Demon Deacons, tallying 40 tackles, one sack, one interception, eight pass breakups, and a forced fumble.
Dametrious Crownover, OT (6th round, No. 196 overall)
A massive 6-foot-7, 319-pound tackle who saw action in 47 games at Texas A&M. Crownover made his first start on the left side before moving to right tackle for 27 starts. He capped his college career with a College Football Playoff appearance as a graduate student, plus invitations to the NFL Scouting Combine and Senior Bowl.
Namdi Obiazor, LB (6th round, No. 212 overall)
A 6-foot-3, 219-pound convert from safety, Obiazor started 40 of 53 games at TCU after two years at Iowa Western Community College. He piled up 302 tackles (17 for loss), 8.5 sacks, two forced fumbles, and three interceptions. The former All-Big 12 honorable mention also earned a Senior Bowl invite.
Behren Morton, QB (7th round)
The signal-caller adds depth to the quarterback room as the Patriots continue building for the future.
Jam Miller, RB (7th round)
The former Alabama standout brings a physical running style and SEC pedigree to New England's backfield.
With rookie minicamp now underway, these five draft picks—along with 12 undrafted free agents—will look to make their mark and compete for roster spots. For Patriots fans, it's the first real glimpse at the next generation of talent wearing the Flying Elvis.