Packers seven-round mock draft 1.0, post-Super Bowl edition
It's already draft season for those who follow it. So, one day after the Super Bowl, we will do our first Green Bay Packers specific seven-round mock draft. Let's talk about the rules. Wendell Ferreira, the Packers beat writer at A to Z Sports, made the selections through the PFF draft simulator tool without trades. […]
It's already draft season for those who follow it. So, one day after the Super Bowl, we will do our first Green Bay Packers specific seven-round mock draft.
Let's talk about the rules. Wendell Ferreira, the Packers beat writer at A to Z Sports, made the selections through the PFF draft simulator tool without trades. He also does team-centric analysis. Travis May, A to Z Sports' College Football Managing Editor, helps us with his draft perspective on some of the picks.
Round 1, pick 25 – WR Keon Coleman, Florida State
Wendell Ferreira – The Packers have found a good group of young wide receivers, but the room still lacks a true X receiver. You won't find the perfect prospect in the end of the first round, but the WR position offers a huge surplus value potential. Coleman complements the group skill set wise, and he would have time to develop. After so many defensive pieces, it's time to invest in surrounding Jordan Love with more and more talent.
Travis May – He scored 11 TDs last year when no other teammate scored more than 2 receiving touchdowns for FSU. Joining the Packers would allow him to unite with his former Michigan State teammate Jayden Reed. If there's a big knock with him it's his consistency. He disappears for massive majorities of games at times and thus his production profile is fairly weak.
Round 2, pick 41 – T Kiran Amegadjie, Yale
Wendell – It's still unclear if the Packers will keep David Bakhtiari or not, but it makes sense to find a long-term left tackle. Rasheed Walker played well, but it would be smart to add a player with a higher ceiling. General manager Brian Gutekunst has shown willingness to invest in offensive linemen, and Amegadjie has the physical profile to catch his attention.
Travis – He dominated in college, only allowing one sack in three years for Yale. We didn't get to see him compete at the Senior Bowl, so some will have level of competition questions, but he has all the tools to succeed.
Round 2, pick 57 – G Christian Haynes, Connecticut
Wendell – If there's one glaring offensive need for the Packers, it's right guard. Jon Runyan is a free agent, and Sean Rhyan is mediocre at best. Haynes is a strong, powerful guard that might be a perfect addition to the Packers run-centric offense. If things go right for him, he could certainly be a day 1 starter.
Travis – He had a great Senior Bowl week in one-on-ones and plays with great strength for a player who projects to play inside at the next level.
Round 3, pick 88 – CB Renardo Green, Florida State
Wendell – Eric Stokes has barely played over the last two seasons, and the Packers also traded Rasul Douglas. So even though they have Jaire Alexander and Carrington Valentine, adding a day 2 cornerback makes sense. Green is an intriguing prospect because of his ability to be close to receivers and challenge the catch when the ball is arriving. He seems to be a good fit for new defensive coordinator Jeff Hafley's style of defense, with aggressive play in the secondary.
Round 3, pick 91 – RB Bucky Irving, Oregon
Wendell – Aaron Jones will stay, but AJ Dillon and Patrick Taylor will be free agents. Dillon has been too heavy and slow for the scheme, and if you watch these Kyle Shanahan-style offenses around the league, fast running backs have performed much better. Therefore, Irving would be a good complement to Jones, potentially keeping the efficiency when the starter has to take a breath.
Travis – He combines rush efficiency with elite receiving skills and contact balance. One of the best backs in the class. Irving would be a second-round pick if he weighed 15-20 more pounds.
Round 4, pick 125 – S Malik Mustapha, Wake Forest
Wendell – Safety is the biggest need of the roster. A fourth-rounder won't solve all problems immediately, but Mustapha offers good potential with his closing speed and intelligence to play as a center-fielder — an important piece of Hafley's single high-heavy scheme.
Round 4, pick 135 – LB Cedric Gray, North Carolina
Wendell – The Packers are moving to a 4-3 base, so linebacker depth has to be a consideration, even though the roster has Quay Walker, Isaiah McDuffie, and (maybe, if he's not released) De'Vondre Campbell. Cedric Gray is not a special talent, but he is a versatile piece, able to cover in space and to frequently be around the ball.
Travis – Over 250 total tackles in two seasons, Gray has defensive team captain potential. His athletic testing will be the key in determining whether he drops further into day 3 or perhaps gets drafted inside round 3.
Round 6, pick 203 – RB Miyan Williams, Ohio State
Wendell – Running back depth is a consideration as previously mentioned, and Williams is a decent backup option with a different style. He is a one-cut, downhill runner, more similar to what the Packers had in Jamaal Williams.
Travis – He's a technically sound physical back who will never be the lead option for a team, but can be an excellent backup to carry the rock a handful of times per game and in short yardage situations.
Round 6, pick 217 – T Brandon Coleman, TCU
Wendell – Let's go with three offensive linemen once again, Gutey. Coleman is a big guy, but he's also sound technically. He might be drafted earlier, but if he's there in the sixth round, it's basically a no-brainer.
Travis – Interviewed him at the Senior Bowl. He’s incredibly technical with his hands and said he learned a lot from Braden Fiske (FSU DL) who is also creative with forcing leverage with his hands. When you combine his smarts/savvy with his speed off the ball and 7-foot wingspan he's the clear best value in this particular mock draft.
Round 6, pick 219 – S Kenny Logan Jr., Kansas
Wendell – Logan hits hard, has nice instincts, and could be also an intriguing special teamer. That's an interesting bet to make in the sixth round, and it doesn't hurt that he plays a position of need.
Round 7, pick 246 – DL Gabe Hall, Baylor
Wendell – He's not big to play as an interior lineman, but he's a disruptor and smart to attack second-reaction plays. The Packers have a strong depth with the additions of Colby Wooden and Karl Brooks last year, but Hall is a decent option so late in the process.
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