With free agency in the books, we now have a better idea of what the front office intends to do in the 2025 NFL Draft. The additions of Aaron Banks and Nate Hobbs will certainly bolster the roster, but there are still some units that could use improvement. In this mock draft, we’ll view the Draft through the Packers’ perspective, taking their preferences and tendencies into account. Off we go!

23rd pick: Walter Nolen, DT, Ole Miss

The Packers need help in the trenches, and what better way to address that than by adding premium SEC talent? Nolen has an incredible motor, capable of disrupting both the run and the passing game with his bull rush and quick feet. I was particularly impressed by how well he handled double teams. There’s some buzz about potential character concerns, but I don’t think it’s anything too disqualifying. He could be the difference-maker that the Packers need on the defensive line as a 3-tech next to Kenny Clark.

54th pick: Benjamin Morrison, CB, Notre Dame

Morrison was projected as a top 15 pick before his injury-riddled 2024 season, and it’s easy to see why. He’s a tall, agile press corner with a knack for generating incompletions. He also brings the physicality required to thrive as a lockdown NFL corner. People inside Notre Dame’s program rave about his football IQ and leadership skills—qualities the Packers typically value. Drafting him would allow the Packers to play more press coverage while letting Nate Hobbs focus on playing slot rather than covering the boundary.

87th pick: Jalen Royals, WR, Utah State

I’ve mentioned him before when analyzing Senior Bowl standouts, and Royals boosted his stock even further with a fantastic Combine performance. He has the speed to challenge defenses at all three levels of the field and is built like a running back. At this point in the draft, with most top receivers off the board, he’d be incredible value for the Packers. There’s been talk about needing a true field-stretcher, but I believe that could still be addressed with Luke Musgrave as a seam threat or a later draft pick.

124th pick: Oluwafemi Oladejo, EDGE, UCLA

A former linebacker at UCLA, Oladejo’s name gained traction in draft circles after his dominant pass-rushing display at the Senior Bowl. He has some finesse moves in his arsenal but lacks the polish to be a consistent defensive end. His long arms and big 6’3” frame could make him an intriguing developmental hybrid player for the Packers. Jeff Hafley doesn’t currently have a player with his skill set, so Oladejo could contribute more than expected early in his career while refining his craft.

159th pick: Kyle McCord, QB, Syracuse

GM Brian Gutekunst has stated multiple times that he’d like to draft quarterbacks as often as possible. To fulfill that goal, McCord fits the bill. He reinvented himself last season at Syracuse and solidified his status as an NFL prospect. He’d be a great long-term backup for Jordan Love, thanks to his quick release and accurate deep ball. With Malik Wills on a contract year, this would be a smart way to handle his departure.

198th pick: Dont’e Thornton, WR, Tennessee

You wanted a field-stretcher? Here’s your guy: Thornton is a big receiver with blazing speed, capable of beating defenses over the top with ease. His Combine performance was impressive and matches the tape. With development, he could become more than just a linear target. He’s somewhat of a poor man’s Christian Watson, so his fit in the offense is clear.

237th pick: Jonah Monheim, IOL, USC

Monheim has everything the front office covets in an offensive lineman: a light build, quick feet, versatility to play multiple positions, and several years as a starter. His length is insufficient to play tackle, but he’d thrive as a depth piece at guard or center.

250th pick: Teddye Buchanan, LB, California

I think this guy has the potential to be one of the biggest steals of the draft. He moves incredibly well for a linebacker and shows strong intuition against the run. Testing isn’t everything, but I find it interesting that his testing profile was nearly identical to Fred Warner’s. After losing Eric Wilson, he could be a great depth piece for Green Bay.

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Lautaro has been writing about the Green Bay Packers and the NFL since May 2021, posting in both Spanish and English on his X account, PackersLatam. He joined PackersTalk in 2025.

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