Best-kept SECRET in Patriots rookie class

The Patriots’ best-kept secret in their rookie class is an undrafted free agent, but it’s not Efton Chism. Spoiler alert, it’s Elijah Ponder, a 6’3”, 260lb linebacker with insane combine numbers. Phil Perry says it’s a mystery he wasn’t drafted. Listen to an exclusive interview with Ponder, and Phil shares why exactly he likes the rookie so much.Not only that, but Phil also answers a handful of mailbag questions at the end of the show.1:04 - Why Elijah Ponder earned a spot on Patriots 53-man roster3:00 - Elijah Ponder by the numbers8:38 - What Mike Smith had to say about Elijah Ponder11:58 - Phil Perry has an exclusive interview with Elijah Ponder21:30 - Mailbag Questions 🎥 WATCH every episode of The Next Pats podcast on YouTube+++++++FOLLOW ➡️ NBC Sports Boston ➡️ Site | Instagram | YouTube | TikTok | Facebook | XSubscribe to our other podcasts:Tom Curran's Patriots Talk PodcastThe Next Pats Podcast with Phil PerryCeltics Talk with Chris ForsbergThe Quick Snap with Brian Hoyer and David AndrewsNBC Sports Boston Superfeed - One feed for all NBCSB shows + bonus clipsFoxboro Unlimited - One feed for all Patriots related NBCSB shows + bonus clips Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.