NFL Scouting Combine has come to a close. Here are 10 of the top performers who could make sense for the Patriots.

Quick-hit thoughts and notes around the New England Patriots and NFL: 1. Stanley and OL: At the NFL scouting combine, one rival NFL executive said some of the buzz going around was that the Patriots would aggressively pursue veteran Baltimore Ravens left tackle Ronnie Stanley should he make it to unrestricted free agency.

The Patriots were slammed for their locker room (C-), training room (C-) and weight room (F), all of which are being redone with a $50 million renovation at Gillette Stadium. It won’t be finished until 2026, but those changes will certainly increase the GPA eventually.