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Green Bay Packers News / Gridiron Heroics / April 9

What Packers RB Josh Jacobs Shared Regarding Henry Ruggs Tragedy

Green Bay Packers running back Josh Jacobs has remained close to former Las Vegas Raiders teammate Henry Ruggs III through one of the more painful situations the NFL has faced in recent years.

Green Bay Packers News / A to Z Sports / April 9

Latest Packers draft intel confirms growing suspicion about direction team is now clearly preparing to take

Cornerback is a top priority for the Packers in the draft, and what happened last season serves as a warning sign about how to build the defensive roster.

Green Bay Packers News / WI Sports Heroics / April 9

Davante Adams’ IG post may fuel Packers reunion speculations (PHOTO)

No matter where he goes, Davante Adams will always be a Green Bay Packers legend in the eyes of many football fans. That’s even when he’s away from the football field and enjoying a round of golf.

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The 'NFL Defensive Players of the Year' quiz

The AP has awarded its Defensive Player of the Year Award to the NFL's most outstanding defender since 1971. How many of the NFL DPOYs can you name in six minutes?

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Green Bay Packers News / A to Z Sports / April 9

Packers land talented but unproven offensive weapon in wild trade proposal that would turn heads around the NFL

Fox Sports suggests a Packers’ trade that would unite wide receiver Marvin Harrison Jr. with Jordan Love, trying to extract more than what the Cardinals have gotten from the former first-rounder so far.

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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.

Fernando Mendoza makes an emotional decision about NFL Draft

NFL Draft intel: Carnell Tate's stock soaring, David Bailey-Arvell Reese debate, Sonny Styles-Fred Warner comps

Steelers are showing interest in a small-school standout who could turn out to be a hidden gem at wide receiver in Pittsburgh

Steelers' potential 2026 NFL Draft plans contradict claims about QB Will Howard

Arm length concerns surrounding Miami DE Rueben Bain Jr. may work in Cowboys' favor during 2026 NFL Draft

Jets coaches reportedly 'loved' this quarterback prospect after meeting him

Green Bay Packers News / Green Bay Packers on SI / April 9

These Running Back Prospects Might Not Be on Packers’ Draft Board

This will be Brian Gutekunst’s ninth NFL Draft, so there’s a strong sample size to look at in terms of Green Bay Packers draft history. If that’s not enough, Gutekunst’s mentor was Ted Thompson, meaning there’s more than two decades to look back on to help narrow down the list of running backs they’ll consider in the 2026 NFL Draft.

Green Bay Packers News / The Packers Post / April 9

How the Packers Have Fared Without a First Round Pick in the NFL Draft

For the first time in nearly a decade, the Green Bay Packers will enter the NFL Draft without a pick in the first round. As of now, they also won’t have a first round selection in 2027 all due to the Micah Parsons trade.

Green Bay Packers News / A to Z Sports / April 9

Packers’ offensive line plan carries clear risk as new starting tackle becomes key piece after expected free agent decision

A first-round draft pick back in 2024, Jordan Morgan will move to his natural position and play his first full season as a starting left tackle in Green Bay.

Green Bay Packers News / Total Apex Sports / April 8

Green Bay Packers To Host Former All-American Cornerback For Pre-Draft Visit

As the NFL Draft approaches, the Green Bay Packers are diligently evaluating prospects to bolster their secondary. The front office recently hosted Wake Forest cornerback Karon Prunty for a pre-draft visit.

Green Bay Packers News / Green Bay Packers on SI / April 8

After Breakout Season, Cornerback Will Have Predraft Visit With Packers

After three schools in six collegiate seasons, Karon Prunty’s next stop is the NFL. His path to the draft will include a predraft visit with the Green Bay Packers, according to Easton Butler .

Green Bay Packers News / A to Z Sports / April 8

One Packers defensive player faces more pressure than anyone else as expectations inside the building continue to rise

Lukas Van Ness enters his fourth season in the NFL, and this is the first one where he will be a preferred starter for the Packers. Also, there are big decisions coming about his future.

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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.

2026 NFL Draft: 25 prospects who are diamonds in the rough

2026 NFL Draft: 20 famous names who won't be drafted until the later rounds

NFL Draft: Fernando Mendoza’s big issue among latest intel

Penn State's Drew Allar sends message to teams ahead of NFL Draft

NFL GM makes prediction about Giants, Caleb Downs draft rumors

Green Bay Packers News / WI Sports Heroics / April 8

Green Bay Packers predicted to draft 2x National Champion to backup Jordan Love in 2026 (and beyond)

The Green Bay Packers have several needs that they need to address in the upcoming 2026 NFL Draft. While many believe that they will be focusing on defense, it should not be overlooked that they still do not have set replacement for backup quarterback Malik Willis.

Brian Gutekunst News / WI Sports Heroics / April 8

Brian Gutekunst raves about ‘exceptional’ Packers free agent addition

The Packers‘ offseason additions were more targeted than bombastic, as they had been in recent years. There weren’t any marquee additions such as Micah

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The 'NFL head coach wins leaders' quiz

How many of the NFL head coaches to win at least 100 games in their career can you name in six minutes?

Christian Watson News / WI Sports Heroics / April 8

Green Bay Packers get possible contract extension figure for wide receiver Christian Watson

The Green Bay Packers have not been big spenders in NFL free agency this off-season. While they have made significant improvements by signing defensive tackle Javon Hargrave and a couple others, the contracts they offered were below the league’s average salary in an effort to keep the compensatory draft picks they have been awarded.

Green Bay Packers News / WI Sports Heroics / April 8

Packers urged to add NFL Draft ‘hidden gem’ at key position of need

The Packers and general manager Brian Gutekunst are going to need to work overtime to add value during the upcoming NFL Draft. Since Green Bay traded first-round

Zaire Franklin News / Pro Football Rumors / April 8

Packers Made Previous Efforts To Acquire Zaire Franklin From Colts

The Colts’ 2018 draft class resided as one of this era’s best hauls before Zaire Franklin‘s early-2020s emergence. Indianapolis’ second Chris Ballard draft included Quenton Nelson, Braden Smith, Shaquille Leonard, Nyheim Miller-Hines and Tyquan Lewis.

Green Bay Packers News / PackersTalk.com / April 8

What Defines a Packers Offensive Draft Prospect Under Brian Gutekunst?

In just a few weeks, Brian Gutekunst will enter his ninth NFL Draft—and he’s made one thing abundantly clear: in Green Bay, traits matter, and athleticism sits at the center of the draft process.

Tucker Kraft News / Gridiron Heroics / April 7

Packers TE Tucker Kraft Defies Odds With Rapid Recovery From ACL Injury

Green Bay’s offense found its rhythm late last season, leaning heavily on its tight ends to steady a young passing attack. That balance vanished in November, when one of its most reliable weapons went down in a flash.

Green Bay Packers News / PackersTalk.com / April 7

First-round draft picks that didn’t work out for the Packers: Jamal Reynolds

Jamal Reynolds was supposed to add depth to the Packers defensive line. So much so the Packers traded up 7 spots to grab the defensive lineman in the 2001 draft.

Green Bay Packers News / Gridiron Heroics / April 6

Green Bay Packers Draft: Met With Rising G5 Cornerback

The Green Bay Packers still need to address the cornerback position this offseason despite bringing in Benjamin St-Juste and tendering Kamal Hadden. Keisean Nixon and Carrington Valentine are both entering contract years and are slated to hit free agency next offseason.

Keisean Nixon News / PackersTalk.com / April 6