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Draft board remains strong on Day 3 for the Packers as Brian Gutekunst still has room to make noise and upgrade roster depth

Draft board remains strong on Day 3 for the Packers as Brian Gutekunst still has room to make noise and upgrade roster depth

The Packers enter Saturday with five draft picks left, so there will be plenty of opportunities to add impactful players to the 90-man roster. The Green Bay Packers have already made two draft picks in 2026, taking cornerback Brandon Cisse in the second and trading up to grab defensive tackle Chris McClellan in the third round.

Green Bay Packers News / A to Z Sports / April 25
Chris McClellan highlights show insane potential and versatility that pushed Packers to trade up and secure him in the third round

Chris McClellan highlights show insane potential and versatility that pushed Packers to trade up and secure him in the third round

Green Bay gave up a fifth-rounder to move up seven spots in the third and select the Missouri defensive tackle. And that’s because he is exactly what they needed.

Green Bay Packers News / Green Bay Packers on SI / April 25
Here’s Why Packers Made Big Bet on Third-Round Pick Chris McClellan

Here’s Why Packers Made Big Bet on Third-Round Pick Chris McClellan

GREEN BAY – How much did the Green Bay Packers like Missouri defensive tackle Chris McClellan? General manager Brian Gutekunst considered drafting him in the second round before ultimately trading up from No.

Chris Draft News / Green Bay Packers on SI / April 24
Packers Draft Chris McClellan: Reach or Steal?

Packers Draft Chris McClellan: Reach or Steal?

GREEN BAY – The Green Bay Packers didn’t just draft Chris McClellan in the third round. They traded up to get him, sacrificing one of their fifth-round picks to move up from No.

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Packers select Chris McClellan in the third round

Packers select Chris McClellan in the third round

The Green Bay Packers traded up with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers to select Chris McClellan, a defensive tackle out of Missouri, in the third round of the NFL Draft.

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Grading the trade: Packers make aggressive move to add exactly what defense needs as clear identity continues to take shape

Grading the trade: Packers make aggressive move to add exactly what defense needs as clear identity continues to take shape

Green Bay moved up seven spots in the third round and gave up a fifth-rounder to select Missouri defensive tackle Chris McClellan.

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How Does Second-Round Draft Pick Brandon Cisse Fit In Packers Defense?

How Does Second-Round Draft Pick Brandon Cisse Fit In Packers Defense?

The Green Bay Packers are on the board in the NFL Draft. After watching a run on defensive tackles and some of the cornerbacks that were available at the beginning of the day, general manager Brian Gutekunst selected a player from the position of arguably the team’s biggest need.

Green Bay Packers News / Pro Football Rumors / April 24
Packers Obtain No. 77 From Buccaneers, Add DT Chris McClellan

Packers Obtain No. 77 From Buccaneers, Add DT Chris McClellan

Green Bay will move up seven spots in Round 3, doing so courtesy of Tampa Bay. The Packers acquired No. 77 overall. The Buccaneers will add Nos. 84 and 160 in this swap, NFL.com’s Mike Garafolo tweets.

Green Bay Packers News / PackersTalk.com / April 24
Packers select cornerback Brandon Cisse with 52nd overall pick in the 2nd round.

Packers select cornerback Brandon Cisse with 52nd overall pick in the 2nd round.

After a boring first day and round of the NFL draft, the Packers have begun their 2026 selection with cornerback Brandon Cissee from South Carolina. The Packers will have the chance to add one more player tonight at pick 84.

Green Bay Packers News / A to Z Sports / April 24
Brandon Cisse sends firm message on Packers impact as high expectations and versatility shape his outlook

Brandon Cisse sends firm message on Packers impact as high expectations and versatility shape his outlook

The Packers selected South Carolina cornerback Brandon Cisse in the second round, and he arrives under pressure to solve a huge roster problem. It was not a surprise when the Green Bay Packers utilized the 52nd overall pick to select South Carolina cornerback Brandon Cisse.

Green Bay Packers News / NFL on ClutchPoints / April 24
Packers make Brandon Cisse their 1st pick in 2026 NFL Draft

Packers make Brandon Cisse their 1st pick in 2026 NFL Draft

Packers’ GM Brian Gutekunst chose not to force a move into the first round of this year’s draft. He observed that jumping up from pick No. 52 would have been “quite expensive,” so he was content to let Dolphins GM Jon-Eric Sullivan handle the more significant trades on the board.

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Green Bay Packers News / A to Z Sports / April 24
Grading the pick: Packers fix major roster problem in second round as predictable move still delivers strong value

Grading the pick: Packers fix major roster problem in second round as predictable move still delivers strong value

The Packers drafted South Carolina cornerback Brandon Cisse with the 52nd overall pick, their first selection in the 2026 NFL Draft. 

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Packers extend WR Jayden Reed's contract for reported 3 years, $50.25M

Packers extend WR Jayden Reed's contract for reported 3 years, $50.25M

The Green Bay Packers announced the signing of wide receiver Jayden Reed to a contract extension on Friday, with ESPN reporting the deal is for three years and worth $50.25 million.

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Here’s How Packers Should Handle Day 2 of Draft – And Who They Should Pick

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GREEN BAY – With no first-round pick, the Green Bay Packers entered the 2026 NFL Draft with some limitations. Friday will provide some opportunities. First, the preface.

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Packers, Jayden Reed Agree To Extension

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Shortly before the start of the draft’s second day, the Packers have worked out an extension agreement with receiver Jayden Reed. ESPN’s Adam Schefter reports a three-year deal worth $50.25MM in new money (including $20MM guaranteed) has been finalized.

Brian Gutekunst News / Green Bay Packers on SI / April 24
Biggest Draft Steals and Busts for Packers During Brian Gutekunst Era

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GREEN BAY – Brian Gutekunst is behind the wheel for his ninth draft as general manager of the Green Bay Packers. Like all general managers, he’s had his share of hits and misses.

Green Bay Packers News / Green Bay Packers on SI / April 24
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The Green Bay Packers will finally join the party of the 2026 NFL Draft on Friday after sitting out Thursday night’s first round due to the trade for star defensive end Micah Parsons.

Green Bay Packers News / NFL on ClutchPoints / April 24
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Green Bay Packers News / Total Apex Sports / April 24
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