Analysis: A great value at the end of the 5th round, Ted Thompson drafts his first Badger with the selection of wide receiver Jared Abbredaris. The 6’1”, 195 pound Abbredraris was considered to be one of the best route runners in the draft. He won’t blow anyone away with his speed, and he has below average…
Analysis: The Packers break tradition and draft a true center in Ohio State’s Corey Linsley. He has experience as a backup guard and tackle, but he started every game at center for the Buckeyes the past 2 seasons. At 6’3″, 298, Linsley will probably be asked to put on some weight by the Packers, but he…
Analysis: This selection of Cal Tight end Richard Rodgers might seem like a bit of a reach for the Packers, but the they get an athletic tight end who has some pass catching ability. His stock was expected to rise early in the draft process, but his 4.87 40 time, which was the 3rd slowest by a…
Analysis: Khyri Thornton was a bit of a surprise pick this early in the draft, as most draft experts had him closer to a 5th round selection. At 6’3” 304, Thornton seems best suited for playing the 5 technique in the Packers 3-4 defensive Scheme. He may not make an instant impact this season, but he has…
Analysis: Ted Thompson has had a lot of luck selecting wide receivers in the 2nd round, and he goes back to well one more time, selecting Fresno State’s Devante Adams. Adam’s was incredibly productive at Fresno State, catching 233 passes for 3,031 yards over the last 2 years to go along with a remarkable 38 touchdowns! Adams…
The Packers got exactly what they needed on the first day of the draft when Alabama safety HaHa-Clinton Dix fell to them at the 21st pick. Widely regarded as the top safety in the draft, Clinton-Dix fills the Packers biggest need and should have an immediate impact. Ted Thompson will look to add some more…
May 9, 2014
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Packers Talk Radio Network NFL Draft Coverage
As the Green Bay Packers make their selections in the 2014 NFL Draft, Packers Talk Radio Network will be posting articles and podcasts featuring reactions to the picks from members of the PTRN family. For your convenience, once the articles and podcasts have been issued, they will be placed here for easy reference as the…