It’s time to find the perfect draft targets. The Green Bay Packers have a clear way of doing things. In the draft, they love physical players with high upside, and the physical traits and standards are not new — it’s mostly the same path since Ron Wolf was the general manager in the 1990s.

So we invited Ricardo Gonçalves, one of the best and most underrated draft gurus with a Packers-centric approach, to give us the names of some ideal prospects for the roster moving forward. By the way, we did a similar exercise just for wide receivers last year, and he mentioned Matthew Golden in there.

Domonique Orange, DT, Iowa State

He’s one of the best true nose tackles in this class, with the ability to shade over as a 1-tech depending on the front. That alone aligns with what the Packers need, which is an interior defensive lineman who can hold up inside, especially on early downs. I see Orange as a Day 1 starter in the NFL on first and second downs, where he can be highly effective against the run. He brings tremendous strength at the point of attack, is difficult to move in one-on-one blocks, and shows strong gap integrity even when facing double teams.

His agility and mobility are above average for a player of his size, which adds a layer of versatility to his profile. He has an excellent first step and very good reaction time off the snap, helping him be even more disruptive. Early on, he’s not a player you want on the field in obvious passing situations, but he’s not a zero in that area either. There are some pass-rush traits there that can still be developed.

His tape and on-field impact are clearly better than what his college production and box score numbers might suggest.

Tim Keenan III, DT, Alabama

It’s fair to say Keenan may not fit the elite athletic profile the Packers have typically targeted in recent years. That said, when you’re talking about a nose tackle, that shouldn’t matter nearly as much. This current Packers front office has already drafted outside that mold at the position, selecting Jonathan Ford in the seventh round in 2022, who is back on the active roster now.

As for the player, Keenan has a sturdy, compact, and powerful frame that shows up consistently in his play — especially in his pad level. He plays disciplined, with natural leverage in his matchups against offensive linemen. He anchors extremely well and is very difficult to move, which pairs nicely with his ability to shed blocks. Even when giving ground, he processes plays effectively, keeping his eyes up and tracking the development of the action.

He shows good awareness in identifying blocking schemes and reading plays, with some solid flashes against screens. When he’s unable to generate pressure, he looks to read the quarterback’s eyes and get into passing lanes to disrupt throws.

He is what he is: A true nose tackle who delivers exactly what NFL teams need from the position. He’s very hard to move off the line of scrimmage, consistently strong against the run — even versus double teams — with reliable gap integrity and active involvement throughout the play. As a pass-rusher, his impact is limited, though he’s not completely devoid of value in that area. Projects as a Day 3 target.

Devin Moore, CB, Florida

Physically, he’s close to the prototype typically envisioned for a boundary corner. His speed, acceleration, and burst are average, but he’s a very fluid corner for his size. He played almost exclusively in zone coverage during his time at Florida — logging just 18 snaps in man coverage in 2025 — but was frequently used in press, where he looked comfortable and showed solid traits to operate in that role. From a schematic standpoint, he makes a lot of sense for the Packers and would already be familiar with what the defense runs most of the time.

He uses his size well, particularly his arm length, to guide receivers through their routes — maintaining contact, steering them toward the sideline, and consistently forcing them out of bounds or into tight spaces. Despite that physicality, he plays very clean; he hasn’t been flagged once over the past two years, which is rare — especially in this class, where many corners struggle with penalties and excessive contact.

The completion rate against him was low, just over 50%, though that number comes with some context. He wasn’t targeted heavily, in part due to his physical presence and the hesitation it created for quarterbacks. Beyond size, he shows good field vision and tracking ability, although his ball skills are not particularly strong, which is reflected in his limited production on the ball.

He’s a reliable tackler, with a career missed tackle rate under 10%, showing solid technique and consistency. That said, he could stand to be more physical against the run. He’s an intriguing Day 2 option, likely starting in the third-round range, and somewhat resembles recently-signed free agent Benjamin St-Juste.

Julian Neal, CB, Arkansas

Another corner with the ideal physical profile to play on the boundary, featuring long arms, good wingspan, and play strength that shows up in how he handles and “controls” receivers. He doesn’t have elite speed, but he’s fast enough to stay in phase at the receiver’s hip, where he can mirror routes effectively — leaning heavily on physicality and contact to do so.

That approach requires some discipline, though, as he can cross the line at times (he was flagged four times in each of the past two seasons). Laterally, he can struggle due to some natural limitations in agility and change of direction, but his hips are fluid, especially considering his size. More important than that is the patience and discipline he shows in maintaining his leverage and not opening his hips too early as the receiver works through the route, allowing him to stay in strong positioning.

He’s better suited for man coverage, given those traits, and is comfortable playing press while using the sideline to his advantage. That said, he doesn’t show major limitations that would prevent development in zone coverage. In fact, he’s more comfortable when facing the quarterback, though he can have some difficulty locating the ball when turned. His reaction time can improve, particularly when he avoids getting too locked in on the quarterback’s eyes.

Brian Parker II, OL, Duke

A very good athlete who translated what shows up on tape into his Combine performance. His frame fits well within NFL standards — well-proportioned and balanced. He’s strong, solid, and fluid, with good footwork and mobility, along with a good (though not elite) initial burst.

He’s more technical than purely physical, but it’s not as if he lacks either trait. Mechanically, he stands out for the refinement in how he executes blocks and moves. He’s a highly intelligent offensive lineman, with excellent timing in identifying movement in front of him and determining how to engage. He’s effective on the move, particularly in combo blocks, and has the versatility and mobility to operate in both inside and outside zone schemes.

His hands are a major strength — not necessarily the most powerful, but very well-placed, with excellent timing on his strikes. His feet are well-coordinated with his hips, giving him strong balance and consistently putting him in good positions. He climbs to the second level smoothly and with outstanding timing, not the type to get ahead of the play or rush things.

He can have some issues anchoring at times, but he remains composed and under control throughout. He brings extensive college experience, having played both left and right tackle. While many project him to transition to guard or center at the NFL level, there’s nothing in his profile that clearly prevents him from sticking at tackle. His arm length, for example, checked out well and isn’t a concern — comparable to a player he resembles as a prospect: Zach Tom-type traits.

He’s the kind of offensive lineman you draft and then figure out where he best fits among the five positions, because he has the ability and potential to contribute across the line.

Febechi Nwaiwu, OL, Oklahoma

A four-year starter in college, he brings extensive experience at right tackle, right guard, and center. His path is notable — beginning at North Texas as a walk-on and ending at Oklahoma after transferring in 2024, where he established himself as one of the anchors of the offensive line.

He’s a very strong player, with well-distributed mass throughout his frame, which shows up in his excellent anchor and balance. He’s extremely difficult to move off his spot. His hands are heavy and powerful, though his placement still needs refinement. He’s not an elite athlete, but he’s more than adequate for the NFL level.

He doesn’t stand out in space when climbing to the second level, but he’s functional in those situations. His agility is limited, yet he understands how to reach linebackers and uses his strength and physicality to move defensive linemen effectively.

Nwaiwu played his final two college games at center and performed very well. He also took reps there during practices at the East-West Shrine Bowl, suggesting a transition to center could be both realistic and appealing at the next level.

Highly-praised for his character and work ethic, he also fits what the Packers value from a cultural standpoint. He’s a player who enters the NFL with a strong chance to contribute early across all interior offensive line positions.