Quality players on the line should be available when the Packers pick at 23, while late-rounders have some intriguing skills as well.
A new position coach is all well and good, but at some point an infusion of talent is necessary to take a group up a notch.
That’s the situation facing the Green Bay Packers and their defensive line this spring. After an inconsistent pass rush and a disappointing season from the interior was the dark spot on a defense that improved overall, the team needs to bolster that position. Whether that’s with an early selection or a couple of late ones, the Packers need both top-end talent and depth at both the edge and the tackle spots.
Unsurprisingly, picking a lineman is one of the most frequent projections for the Packers in mock drafts recently. Our APC community mock drafts have consistently been sending one of the top tackles to the Packers, while edge rushers continue to be common projections as well. It should come as no surprise if that’s the direction that Brian Gutekunst decides to go in round one in just a few weeks.
NFL draft created for parity, now the big event after the Super Bowl | Packersnews.com
The first NFL Draft took place in 1936, largely at the behest of the Philadelphia Eagles‘ owner. However, only 24 of the 81 players drafted that year decided to play professional football, with most going into other professions.
First-Round Receiver for Packers? Not So Fast, Sportsbooks Say | SI.com
The Packers’ first-ever draft pick was a guard, but that seems unlikely at this point. Defense has a strong advantage in the betting odds, with either cornerback or defensive lineman leading the way before a big dropoff to wide receiver in third place.
9 space eaters the Packers could target on Day 3 to replace TJ Slaton | Packers Wire
While defensive tackle may be an early priority, here are some players to look at later on in the draft if the Packers don’t draft one in the top 100.
5 things to know about Packers linebackers coach Sean Duggan | Packers.com
Don’t expect the Packers to draft a linebacker in round one, but let’s do a little more digging into new LBs coach Sean Duggan. At least we’ll have more information than “he’s been with Jeff Hafley for a while.”
How new kickoff rule impacts Keisean Nixon, Mecole Hardman and the Packers – The Athletic ($)
Will Nixon go back to returning kicks now that he’s sure to have more opportunities? The move of the touchback out to the 35 should drive more returns, though the Packers now have another return specialist on the roster to help out there.
Ryan McCormick tapes his mouth during golf tournament to control emotional outbursts – ABC News
That’s one way to keep yourself in check when you slice a drive.