With 5 picks in the first 100 of the 2024 NFL draft, the Packers had an opportunity to remake the competition at several positions on the roster. Transitioning to Jeff Haffey’s 4-3 defensive scheme meant they were going to need to focus on different skill-sets for their Linebacker room. While Edge Cooper made sense in…
Packer nation, GM Brian Gutekunst told us before the draft that “getting back to drafting multiple quarterbacks is something that I’ve wanted to do”. In the last round of April’s draft, he was true to his word, selecting Michael Pratt with the 245th pick in the 7th round. I was stunned he was around that…
Packer nation, I want to introduce you to Javon Bullard. I suspect by this time next year, he’ll be one of your favorite Packer players. As I researched his life, I was struck at each turn how he seemed to come from a different place than most college athletes you read about. I think you’re…
If you’re like me, dear reader, then you are very much enjoying the process of learning about the newest rookie Packers. I figured I’d use my weekly column to introduce us to a few of them. I decided to start with Kitan Oladapo as he and I share a few biographical similarities. (This post builds upon…
A particular Packers draft strategy was deployed in greater effect than ever during the 2024 NFL Draft. In recent years under GM Brian Gutekunst, the Packers appear to have changed up their draft strategy in terms of how they approach addressing positions of need in the draft. The 2020 and 2021 drafts from the Packers…
As the dust settles from a whirlwind draft weekend, Packers fans everywhere are enjoying pouring over the highlights from the newest crop of rookie Packers. Doing the same, I found there was one story that I just can’t shake: The story of Kalen King and his fall from being considered one of the top Corners in…
After their 11 selections in the 2024 NFL Draft, the young Green Bay Packers got even younger. With no flashy additions, it’s a typical draft for the Green Bay Packers, meaning it has a ton of promise. While our team at PackersTalk covered each draft pick, this piece will details out the entire class. From…
