With the Patriots shipping Joe Milton III to Dallas, there’s a need for a third quarterback behind Drake Maye and Joshua Dobbs. Cook, a three-year starter at Missouri, has a similar skillset as Maye, which makes him appealing as a backup. He’s a dual-threat quarterback with similar size, toughness, and speed.

A recent trade report involving the Cleveland Browns and New York Giants could shake things up for the New England Patriots on draft night.

Which players should the Patriots target with the No. 4 pick? Here's a roundup of predictions from recent 2025 NFL mock drafts.