This was kind of a no brainer. With Jahri Evans likely to retire — or not be re-signed by the Green Bay Packers — the team appears to be sniffing around the combine for guards.
What’s interesting is the guy they’ve shown some interest in thus far.
Nelson says he’s only interviewed with two teams so far — the Giants and Packers. https://t.co/bDLL9ydSyN
— Ralph Vacchiano (@RalphVacchiano) March 1, 2018
That’s Notre Dame guard Quenton Nelson. He’s not only projected as the top guard in the draft, but the top overall offensive lineman. That’s not typically a distinction that goes to an interior lineman, but Nelson is nonetheless expected to be off the board before the Packers pick at No. 14.
So why use one of your 30 allotted interviews on a guy you’re unlikely to be able to take? That’s a good question.
On one hand, at 6-5 and 325 pounds, Nelson is an interesting prospect. That’s huge for not only a guard, but any offensive lineman. Surely, Nelson could slide out and play tackle at the next level with that size.
On the other hand, we wouldn’t expect the Packers to trade up draft Nelson when they have so many other needs.
We’re sure there’s a plan in place and we’re sure the Packers will get their offensive lineman at some point in the draft.