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The One Thing Packers Can’t Afford to Get Wrong in NFL Draft

The One Thing Packers Can’t Afford to Get Wrong in NFL Draft

The 2026 NFL Draft, which for the Green Bay Packers will start on Friday, represents the last big opportunity to add impact players to the roster before training camp.

Green Bay Packers News / A to Z Sports / April 22
Packers have intriguing chance to add veteran QB but must decide if move truly represents clear upgrade

Packers have intriguing chance to add veteran QB but must decide if move truly represents clear upgrade

Former second-round pick Will Levis is entering the final year of his rookie deal with the Tennessee Titans, while the Packers just lost Malik Willis in free agency.

Brian Gutekunst News / Green Bay Packers on SI / April 22
Seven-Round Packers Mock Draft Shows Pros, Cons of Trading Up

Seven-Round Packers Mock Draft Shows Pros, Cons of Trading Up

Without a first-round pick, it might be a challenge for Green Bay Packers general manager Brian Gutekunst to get an instant-impact player at a position of need.  So, maybe he’ll get proactive.

NFL News / A to Z Sports / April 22
Top targets and positions to double down on drive Packers conversations as draft strategy begins to crystallize

Top targets and positions to double down on drive Packers conversations as draft strategy begins to crystallize

Green Bay has eight draft picks, and some short- and long-term needs to address in the draft. For Brian Gutekunst, it’s a time to show he can improve the roster without a first-rounder.

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The 'First round QB's since 2000' quiz

The 'First round QB's since 2000' quiz

Since the year 2000, a total of 77 quarterbacks have been selected in the first round of the annual NFL Draft. How many of the 77 can you name in six minutes?

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Green Bay Packers News / A to Z Sports / April 22
3 Packers players who could be traded during draft weekend as Green Bay faces key roster calls and contract decisions

3 Packers players who could be traded during draft weekend as Green Bay faces key roster calls and contract decisions

Brian Gutekunst has been willing to execute trades this offseason, and the draft could create new and intriguing scenarios for current pieces of the roster.

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First-round NFL mock draft: Mendoza goes No.1, then who?

First-round NFL mock draft: Mendoza goes No.1, then who?

Teams are finalizing their Big Boards with much of NFL free agency in the rearview mirror. There's a look at the least first-round mock draft as of April 8, 2026.

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Green Bay Packers News / PackersTalk.com / April 22
Bold Predictions: How the Packers Could Attack the 2026 NFL Draft

Bold Predictions: How the Packers Could Attack the 2026 NFL Draft

With the draft just a day away, it’s time to plant a flag. After weeks of combing through mock drafts, tracking top-30 visits, and listening closely to everything Brian Gutekunsthas said this offseason, there’s a clearer picture forming of how Green Bay might approach this draft.

Green Bay Packers News / The Packers Post / April 22
Five Realistic Candidates for the Packers to Pick in the Second Round of the 2026 NFL Draft

Five Realistic Candidates for the Packers to Pick in the Second Round of the 2026 NFL Draft

The Green Bay Packers will have needs to fill as they enter the 2026 NFL Draft. The Pack has eight picks although they currently do not have a selection in the first round.

Green Bay Packers News / A to Z Sports / April 22
Packers most likely trade up window emerges as realistic paths take shape without first-round pick in the draft

Packers most likely trade up window emerges as realistic paths take shape without first-round pick in the draft

Green Bay enters the draft with eight total picks, and general manager Brian Gutekunst could move up, even into the first round, if the right player is available.

Green Bay Packers News / Athlon Sports / April 22
Best Quarterbacks in Green Bay Packers History

Best Quarterbacks in Green Bay Packers History

The Green Bay Packers are the NFL's third-oldest franchise. From Vince Lombardi's dynasty to Brett Favre and Aaron Rodgers, the 13-time NFL champion Packers have four Super Bowl rings and nine titles prior to the AFL/NFL merger.

Green Bay Packers News / Athlon Sports / April 22
Best Running Backs in Green Bay Packers History

Best Running Backs in Green Bay Packers History

The third-oldest franchise in NFL history, the Green Bay Packers boast one of the most passionate fan bases in football. To this day, the Lambeau Leap and cheesehead traditions are some of the most iconic customs of any team.

NFL News / PackersTalk.com / April 21
Creating the perfect Packers’ draft

Creating the perfect Packers’ draft

Draft week is here, and a new class of Green Bay Packers will be announced Friday and Saturday in Pittsburgh. Although their first round pick belongs to the Cowboys in return for Micah Parsons, this draft is still extremely important for Brian Gutekunst to have a near perfect Packers’ draft.

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2026 NFL Draft: Small-school prospects who will make a big impact

2026 NFL Draft: Small-school prospects who will make a big impact

NFL prospects from major programs get most of the attention, but there are numerous examples of players drafted from small schools who have become difference-makers.

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Green Bay Packers News / Green Bay Packers on SI / April 21
Six Things Learned: Packers Will ‘Add Numbers’ At This Position in Draft

Six Things Learned: Packers Will ‘Add Numbers’ At This Position in Draft

Green Bay Packers general manager Brian Gutekunst didn’t necessarily break news during his predraft news conference on Tuesday, but he did confirm what probably has been obvious.

Green Bay Packers News / Stadium Rant / April 21
Green Bay Packers’ Biggest Needs And Top Targets in the 2026 NFL Draft

Green Bay Packers’ Biggest Needs And Top Targets in the 2026 NFL Draft

The Green Bay Packers and 31 other NFL teams will descend upon Pittsburgh this week for the annual collegiate draft in hopes of making their team Super Bowl-worthy.

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Brian Gutekunst News / A to Z Sports / April 21
Brian Gutekunst drops telling hint about Packers draft plans that could define approach across multiple picks

Brian Gutekunst drops telling hint about Packers draft plans that could define approach across multiple picks

The Packers haven’t drafted a cornerback before the seventh round since 2021, but that reality is about to change. Gutekunst revealed a key part about his plans for later this week.

Green Bay Packers News / NFL on ClutchPoints / April 21
1 position Packers will 100% be adding in 2026 NFL Draft

1 position Packers will 100% be adding in 2026 NFL Draft

The Green Bay Packers will just have to sit back on watch on the first night of the 2026 NFL Draft. Green Bay does not have a first-round pick after acquiring Micah Parsons before the 2025 regular season.

NFL News / NFL on ClutchPoints / April 21
Packers’ GM Brian Gutekunst hints at reason for Dontayvion Wicks trade to Eagles

Packers’ GM Brian Gutekunst hints at reason for Dontayvion Wicks trade to Eagles

The Green Bay Packers have positioned themselves for the draft, including a trade to the Eagles. And Packers GM Brian Gutekunst hinted at the reason for making that deal, according to a post on X by Matt Schneidman.

Zach Tom News / NFL on ClutchPoints / April 21
What Packers expect from Zach Tom after brutal knee surgery

What Packers expect from Zach Tom after brutal knee surgery

As the Green Bay Packers continue building out their offense, they’re relying on Zach Tom at right tackle. However, knee surgery threatened to throw a wrench into those plans.

Green Bay Packers News / PackersTalk.com / April 21
Is Running Back a need for the Packers?

Is Running Back a need for the Packers?

The running back position might be a sneaky need for the Packers. They’re good for this season but for future seasons, it seems murky. Considering the Packers lost Emanuel Wilson in Free agency and didn’t signed another running back, the potential is there.

Green Bay Packers News / PackersTalk.com / April 21
Is it possible draft a starting CB at pick 52?

Is it possible draft a starting CB at pick 52?

The Green Bay Packers roll into this week’s NFL draft with just a few roster holes. Chief among those might be the cornerback position. Nate Hobbs was just released, Carrington Valentine still can’t tackle, Bo Melton is a WR again, Kamal Hadden is rehabbing a broken leg, and Keisean Nixon is your CB1 at the moment.

Greg Jennings News / PackersTalk.com / April 20
Packers Look To Strike Gold at 52, Similar to Jennings

Packers Look To Strike Gold at 52, Similar to Jennings

After hosting the NFL Draft last offseason, the Green Bay Packers won’t be welcoming a new player into the fold until the middle of the second round on Friday.

NFL News / Yardbarker / April 21
What the Steelers should do about indecisive Aaron Rodgers

What the Steelers should do about indecisive Aaron Rodgers

The Pittsburgh Steelers should issue an ultimatum to quarterback Aaron Rodgers, who, according to multiple national reports, still has not decided whether he will play for the team this season.

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Bo Melton News / NFLTradeRumors.co / April 20
Packers WR Bo Melton Signed ERFA Tender

Packers WR Bo Melton Signed ERFA Tender

Adam Schefter reports that Packers’ exclusive rights free agent WR Bo Melton signed his tender on Monday. Melton, 27, was a seventh-round draft pick by the Seahawks out of Rutgers in the 2022 draft.

Green Bay Packers News / The Packers Post / April 18
Remembering the Greatest Draft in Green Bay Packers History

Remembering the Greatest Draft in Green Bay Packers History

The Green Bay Packers have won more NFL championships than any franchise in league history. They have also had many outstanding drafts and some they would like to have back.

Green Bay Packers News / NFLTradeRumors.co / April 17

Packers Cut Three Players

The Green Bay Packers announced they have released TE McCallan Castles, CB Tyron Herring, and LB Jamon Johnson on Friday.  Johnson, 24, began his career at Georgia in 2021 before transferring to Kentucky in 2024.

Green Bay Packers News / The Lead / April 17
Chris Johnson Is Officially on Packers Draft Watch

Chris Johnson Is Officially on Packers Draft Watch

Many would say the Packers’ secondary didn’t live up to expectations last season. Inconsistent play and a lack of turnovers plagued the unit.  Green Bay finished in the middle of the pack, allowing 202.9 passing yards per game (14th-best).

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