Career Summary

Quintayvious Hutchins is a linebacker drafted by the New England Patriots.

He played college football at Boston College before entering the NFL in 2026.

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Early Life

Hutchins is from Bessemer, Alabama.

His parents are Janice Hutchins and Christopher Mayweather.

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High School

Hutchins attended Bessemer City High School.

Recruiting services 247Sports, ESPN and Rivals rated him as a three-star prospect.

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College Career

Hutchins developed at Boston College after redshirting in 2021.

He spent time at tight end in 2022 before returning to defensive end in 2023. His early playing experience included substantial special-teams work.

In 2024, he recorded 31 tackles and 3.5 sacks. His final season in 2025 included 35 tackles and two sacks across 10 games.

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Path to the NFL

New England selected Hutchins in the seventh round of the 2026 NFL Draft.

The Patriots used the 247th overall pick to add the Boston College defender.

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NFL Career

Hutchins made a regular-season appearance for New England in 2026.

The Patriots' career statistics list one game played without a start in his rookie season.

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Career Accomplishments

Hutchins served as a Boston College team captain.

He held that role during the 2025 season before becoming an NFL draft selection.

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