The Green Bay Packers and general manager Brian Gutekunst must prioritize adding game-changers at several key positions during the upcoming NFL Draft. That’s especially true given how poorly the wide receiving corps underachived down the stretch last season, and some of the roster’s biggest needs were exposed in a playoff loss to the eventual Super Bowl champion Philadelphia Eagles. If there is a prospect who slides down the board within a reasonable range for the Packers to move up to select him, there’s a chance that Gutekunst may look to aggressively trade up. According to one NFL Draft analyst, cornerback…
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The Green Bay Packers are getting a closer look at one of the more fascinating edge rushers in the 2025 NFL Draft class. According to Packer Report’s Zack Jacobson, Green Bay is hosting University of Tennessee edge rusher James Pearce on a top-30 visit, ahead of next month’s draft. What James Pearce Could Add to the Green Bay Packers’ Defense Pearce, 6-foot-5 and 245 pounds is an electrifying athlete who posted 19 sacks across three seasons in Knoxville as a focal point of the Volunteers’ front-seven. During the NFL Combine, Pearce ran the 40-yard dash in an electrifying 4.47 seconds,…
The Green Bay Packers have both historically, and under general manager Brian Gutekunst, prioritized building through the NFL Draft. This offseason has been no different. While the Packers have potentially significantly upgraded the offensive line, and added quality depth in the secondary, the pressure is on Gutekunst and Green Bay to knock the 2025 NFL Draft class out of the park, especially after largely avoiding some of the most talented free agents at the top of the market. One year removed from swinging for the fences by signing ascending safety Xavier McKinney, who became an All-Pro in his first season…
So far this offseason, the Green Bay Packers haven’t been able to add a dynamic wide receiver to help quarterback Jordan Love, which was one of the organization’s top priorities before free agency began. At this point, if the regular season began today, the Packers would be trotting out Romeo Doubs, Jayden Reed, and Dontayvion Wicks at receiver — much of the same underperforming receiving corps that faded down the stretch before Green Bay fell to the Philadelphia Eagles in the NFC Wild Card round. After largely sitting out free agency, as the organization typically does, general manager Brian Gutekunst…
One of the few areas that the Green Bay Packers have yet to address this offseason is upgrading a mediocre pass rush. Despite general manager Brian Gutekunst stating earlier this offseason that the hope was Green Bay could generate consistent pressure on opposing quarterbacks by simply rushing four, the Packers haven’t been able to land one of the top edge rushers in free agency. How the Green Bay Packers Hope to Fix Lackluster Pass Rush That leaves the NFL Draft, where the Packers are slated to pick No. 23 overall, and while the Packers could target a playmaking wide receiver…
The Green Bay Packers have prioritized adding quality depth along the offensive line this offseason, but could potentially pull off a blockbuster trade to acquire draft capital and shakeup the starting tackle spots. Zone Coverage’s Dan Saia suggests that the Packers could shop starting offensive tackle, and former seventh round pick out of Penn State, Rasheed Walker in trade talks over the next several weeks. Saia suggests that since both Walker and Zack Tom are each up for contract extensions in the very near future, that Green Bay could prioritize committing to Tom, who has been one of the most…
The Philadelphia Eagles drew up a clear and easy to follow blueprint to winning the Super Bowl in the modern NFL, and at least one top analyst suggests the Green Bay Packers are building out a similar foundation. By dominating along both lines of scrimmage, the Eagles were able to create a constant barrage of pressure on Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes in Super Bowl LIX, after riding the league’s most consistently explosive running game to New Orleans. Could Aaron Banks be Critical Addition for Green Bay Packers? According to ESPN NFL analyst Benjamin Solak, the Packers are well…
For the Green Bay Packers, continuing to upgrade at cornerback remains a top priority, ahead of the 2025 NFL Draft. Both because veteran Jaire Alexander is very much available on the trade market and because of the premium that defensive coordinator Jeff Hafley’s scheme places on dominant play at the position, Green Bay could look to invest its first-round pick in the best available cornerback on the board at No. 23 overall. Green Bay Packers’ Potential Top NFL Draft Cornerback Target Revealed Fortunately for Green Bay, this is a good year to be shopping for cornerback help in the NFL…
The Green Bay Packers have built an exciting young core around quarterback Jordan Love, and boast some exciting young talent on defense such as homegrown and ascending linebacker Edgerrin Cooper. However, the Packers have largely stuck to their organizational philosophy of building through the draft rather than breaking the bank in free agency throughout this offseason, which sets the stage of a high stakes 2025 NFL Draft for general manager Brian Gutekunst and company. Green Bay Packers Need a Big NFL Draft Win As the NFL Draft approaches, 33rd Team analyst Tyler Brooke suggests that the Packers are among the…
The Green Bay Packers still have a major need to address before the 2025 NFL season kicks off in September. During Super Bowl LIX, the Philadelphia Eagles proved how valuable a relentless barrage of pressure can be on a quarterback, and the Packers have yet to take any big swings to upgrade the position through the first two weeks of free agency. However, Green Bay could be well-positioned to pull off a blockbuster trade to acquire one of the most covetd pass rushers available this offseason. Could the Green Bay Packers Trade for Trey Hendrickson? After the Cincinnati Bengals committed…
Traditionally, the Green Bay Packers aren’t known to be big spenders in free agency or shopping at the top of the market. This offseason hasn’t been much different for general manager Brian Gutekunst and the Packers, but, taking care of one of Green Bay’s most consistent defenders and special teams contributors returns on a value deal that could offer significant upside in 2025. Green Bay Packers’ Isaiah McDuffie Signing Draws High Praise Pro Football Focus’ Ben Cooper put together a list of each team’s free agent signing with the most upside, including he Packers bringing linebacker Isaiah McDuffie back on…
The Green Bay Packers could look to prioritize adding a playmaking cornerback during next month’s NFL Draft. Since All-Pro Jaire Alexander remains very much available on the trade market as NFL free agency enters its second wave, but several teams could still be looking to upgrade at the position. Will Green Bay Packers take a cornerback early in the NFL Draft? Whether the Packers deal Alexander, or not, it wouldn’t be surprising to see Green Bay target one of the top prospects at the position, especially given Alexander’s growing injury history. That’s the exact scenario that plays out in former…
Green Bay Packers general manager Brian Gutekunst sounds committed to adding elite talent across the roster this offseason, and few positions are in more need of a boost than at wide receiver. Even Packers running back Josh Jacobs sounded off ahead of Super Bowl LIX about Green Bay’s lack of a true No. 1 receiver that can elevate the rest of the offense. That could be about to change. Is WR Luther Burden a Top NFL Draft Target for the Green Bay Packers? This is expected to be a deep and talented wide receiver class, and the Packers could prioritize…
The Green Bay Packers could look to fortify the offensive line in front of quarterback Jordan Love and running back Josh Jacobs during April’s NFL Draft. Even picking No. 23 overall, the Packers could be within reach of one of the premier offensive tackles in a loaded draft class at the position. That’s exactly how the draft plays out for Green Bay in Charles Davis’ latest mock draft projection, with the Packers selecting Ohio State offensive tackle Josh Simmons at No. 23 overall. “A left tackle at Ohio State,” Davis writes. “Simmons can play multiple positions on the offensive line,…
The Green Bay Packers are well-positioned to be selectively aggressive this offseason. Already boasting a young roster around an ascending 26-year-old quarterback, with a defense that made strides in Jeff Hafley’s first year as defensive coordinator, general manager Brian Gutekunst has the luxury of not needing to make any desperate moves to plug glaring holes in free agency. However, few positions are more vital to Hafley’s scheme than dominant cornerbacks, and one year removed from adding an elite free-agent safety in Xavier McKinney, Gutekunst has the opportunity to add another difference-maker in the secondary when the new league year begins.…
If the Green Bay Packers are aiming to add an elite playmaker at receiver to help Jordan Love, D.K. Metcalf may be a legitimate option after the star wide receiver formally requested a trade from the Seattle Seahawks. The Packers have been linked to potentially trading for Metcalf since rumors began swirling that he would become available during the NFL Combine. Given that Packers general manager Brian Gutekunst has vowed to add the kind of talent capable of lifting Green Bay into the realm of contending for Super Bowls, Metcalf could be an offense-altering addition. But, trading for Metcalf wouldn’t…
Former Green Bay Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers has a major decision to make. Rodgers, 41, was released by the New York Jets last month, making him free to sign with any team, but whether he even wants to continue playing remains a bit of an open question. Following two colossally disappointing seasons with the New York Jets, Rodgers is once again available, but there could be a couple of major factors weighing on his decision whether to continue his career. As part of ESPN’s profile of the top upcoming free agents, the outlet questions if Rodgers is up for signing…
The Green Bay Packers aren’t ready to let safety Zayne Anderson reach the open market. With the NFL new league year looming on March 14, when free agency begins, the Green Bay Packers Wednesday tendered Anderson as an Exclusive Rights Free Agent, according to a report from NFL Media’s Tom Pelissero. Anderson will now make the league-minimum salary in 2025, but won’t be able to negotiate with other teams once free agency gets underway. Green Bay Packers Keep Zayne Anderson in The Fold The 28-year-old defensive back logged a career-high 16 total tackles with one interception and two pass breakups in…
The Green Bay Packers have the resources to make some big moves this offseason. Armed with upwards of $46 million in cap space, few pressing must-fill holes on the roster, and an ascending young core on offense, general manager Brian Gutekunst can go shopping at the top of the market to add difference-makers on defense or elite wide receivers to boost quarterback Jordan Love and the offense. Arguably the most important area for the Packers to address is the secondary, especially if Green Bay moves off All-Pro cornerback Jaire Alexander, and also happens to play a vital role in defensive…
It is no secret that Green Bay Packers’ defensive coordinator Jeff Hafley’s scheme places a premium on dominant cornerback play. Likewise, general manager Brian Gutekunst and the Packers’ substantial commitment to free agent safety Xavier McKinney last offseason paid immediate dividends with the former second-round draft choice gaining First-Team All-Pro recognition in his first season in Green Bay. Given that the Packers are fielding offers for 28-year-old All-Pro cornerback Jaire Alexander, Gutekunst may look to go shopping at the top of the market to replace him, and could find a playmaker capable of making a similar impact as McKinney waiting.…