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Green Bay Packers: Five tight end targets in 2016 NFL Draft

By Freddie Boston

Nov 22, 2014; Fayetteville, AR, USA; Arkansas Razorbacks tight end Hunter Henry (84) runs after a catch against the Ole Miss Rebels at Donald W. Reynolds Razorback Stadium. Arkansas defeated Mississippi 30-0. Mandatory Credit: Nelson Chenault-USA TODAY Sports
Nov 22, 2014; Fayetteville, AR, USA; Arkansas Razorbacks tight end Hunter Henry (84) runs after a catch against the Ole Miss Rebels at Donald W. Reynolds Razorback Stadium. Arkansas defeated Mississippi 30-0. Mandatory Credit: Nelson Chenault-USA TODAY Sports /
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Jan 1, 2016; Glendale, AZ, USA; Ohio State Buckeyes tight end Nick Vannett (81) is tackled by Notre Dame Fighting Irish defensive lineman Isaac Rochell (90) as cornerback Nick Watkins (21) looks on during the second half in the 2016 Fiesta Bowl at University of Phoenix Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Matt Kartozian-USA TODAY Sports
Jan 1, 2016; Glendale, AZ, USA; Ohio State Buckeyes tight end Nick Vannett (81) is tackled by Notre Dame Fighting Irish defensive lineman Isaac Rochell (90) as cornerback Nick Watkins (21) looks on during the second half in the 2016 Fiesta Bowl at University of Phoenix Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Matt Kartozian-USA TODAY Sports /

Nick Vannett, Ohio State

Ohio State’s Nick Vannett ticks off a lot of boxes required to fit what the Packers are looking for at tight end. He has great size (6-foot-6, 257 pounds) and athleticism. As a pass-catcher, Vannett has soft hands and isn’t afraid to make tough catches in traffic.

Due to his lack of usage as a pass-catcher in Ohio State, he has slipped down draft boards. But he’s more than capable of being used in that role.

Lombardi Ave’s Dan Dahlke spoke with Vannett about the possibility of playing in Green Bay:

"“It would be very humbling. All of that history and rich tradition the Packers have would be awesome to experience and be apart of. Especially getting the chance to play with one of the best quarterbacks in the game. Aaron Rodgers makes players around him better. It would be cool to pick his brain about the game.”"

You can read the full interview with Vannett here.

As well as his clear receiving ability, Vannett would also give the Packers the run blocker on the edge they need. With all of his talents, the Ohio State product has the potential to become an every-down player.

Next: Slipping under the radar

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