Patriots had three traits in mind when drafting a new kicker
The New England Patriots had three characteristics in mind when they were preparing to select a kicker in the 2025 NFL draft. They wanted consistency, character and the ability to improve.
So they landed on University of Miami kicker Andres Borregales in the sixth round with the 182nd overall pick.
Not only was Borregales one of the most decorated kickers in the program's history, but he was arguably the best kicker in the entire country. He made 86 percent of his field goals and converted 183-of-184 extra point attempts.
His senior year was especially impressive with him making 18-of-19 field goals and converting all 62 of his extra points. He was a member of the All-ACC team in 2023 and 2024, while also being a semifinalist for the Lou Groza Award for three consecutive seasons.
'Consistency, right? First and foremost, they've gotta make kicks. He did that throughout his career,' Patriots special teams coach Jeremy Springer said on Borregales, via MassLive's Chris Mason. 'So consistency was No. 1, then just the type of kid he is, the type of character, and then the overall ability. Does he have the ability to get better?'
The only other competition for Borregales on the Patriots' roster is veteran kicker John Parker Romo. It will be an uphill battle for Romo, who got outperformed by Borregales during the spring practices.
The final hurdle standing between the former Miami standout and the starting job in New England is training camp.
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