Analysis: The Packers came into the draft with receiver depth being a need, but after dedicating 33% of their picks to receiver, they now seem to have an overabundance. The 6’3″, 219 pound Janice had an excellent combine, running a 4.42 40, and his 6.64 second 3 cone drill was 3rd best among receivers. Janis…
Analysis: Relatively inexperienced, Goodson played basketball at Gonzaga before transferring to Baylor. At 5’11”, 194, Goodson has good size, but he also has durability concerns, missing most of both the 2011 and 2012 seasons with various injuries. When he was healthy last year, he was play maker for the Bears, Intercepting 3 passes and defending 13 more. He…
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: Carl Bradford is a redshirt junior who has a lot of versatility. Bradford has played defensive end, outside linebacker, and inside linebacker. He may be best suited to play inside in the Packers defense. At 6’1” 250 pounds, he may not have the length the Packers look for in an edge rusher. Bradford had…
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…
