The Packers signed 11 undrafted free agents after the 2026 NFL draft.
Being undrafted isn’t the end of the world for any one looking to get into the NFL.
Especially if the Green Bay Packers sign you.
The Packers themselves have a long history of making undrafted free agents into stars.
In fact, since 2005 the Packers have had a streak of keeping at least one undrafted free agent from that seasons draft.
From Former Packers Running Back Tony Fisher and Emanuel Wilson, to last years undrafted draftee, Nazir Stackhouse, the Packers have had success in finding talent that went undrafted.
This years class is no different.
With Packers not having too many draft picks, the team went heavy on the undrafted free agent market.
Here are some Undrafted free agents to keep an eye on.
Tight End: RJ Maryland, SMU
RJ Maryland could be someone who could sneak on to the Packers 53-man roster if he has a good training camp.
The Packers desperately need someone behind Tucker Kraft, especially with Kraft coming off ACL surgery.
Luke Musgrave hasn’t really developed into what the Packers thought he would be and could be on his way out if he doesn’t have a good training camp.
Maryland has the speed and route running to be a pass catching tight end.
During his time at SMU Maryland had 113 receptions for 1,495 yards and 19 touchdowns.
Though Maryland needs to work on being a blocker, the rookie is an interesting option for the Packers.
Edge: Nyjalik Kelly, Central Florida
Kelly’s versatility is just what the Packers are looking for on the defensive line.
During his pro day he said that he could play outside linebacker, defensive end or any where on the defensive line.
Kelly started at the University of Miami before transferring over the Central Florida for his final two seasons.
During his time at Central Florida 8.5 sacks and 17 tackles for loss.
The versatility may work in his favor as the Packers Lack depth on the defensive line and need bodies on the line.
A name to keep an eye out on during training camp.
Quarterback: Kyron Drones, Virginia Tech
With the loss of Malik Willis, the Packers need to find a back up QB to fill that void.
While the Packers didn’t sign or draft a QB, they did sign an undrafted free agent QB.
Enter Kyron Drones.
A three year starter at Virginia Tech Drones passed for 5,566 yards and 44 touchdowns.
Furthermore Drones was effective on the ground as well.
Drones ran for 1,798 yards and 20 touchdowns.
The most interesting part of Drones is that he is comparable to Willis.
His size, speed and play style is very similar to Willis making him an option for being Jordan Love’s backup.
We’ll have to see during training camp if this is more of a developmental project or if Drones is ready to be the back-up to Love.
