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Green Bay Packers: Ten first-round options in 2016 NFL Draft

By Freddie Boston

Nov 21, 2015; Stillwater, OK, USA; Oklahoma State Cowboys defensive end Emmanuel Ogbah (38) reacts during the game against the Baylor Bears at Boone Pickens Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Rob Ferguson-USA TODAY Sports
Nov 21, 2015; Stillwater, OK, USA; Oklahoma State Cowboys defensive end Emmanuel Ogbah (38) reacts during the game against the Baylor Bears at Boone Pickens Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Rob Ferguson-USA TODAY Sports /
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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 /

TE Hunter Henry, Arkansas

The need for a move tight end can’t be understated. Adding a talented pass-catcher who can stretch defenses vertically would dramatically transform the Packers offense. Mike McCarthy loves to utilize his tight ends but has been unable to do effectively since Jermichael Finley’s career-ending injury.

Enter Hunter Henry out of Arkansas.

Henry would give Aaron Rodgers a big threat capable of getting open downfield. He uses his big frame to make tough catches and he would also give the offense another red zone target. Henry has the speed and athleticism that Richard Rodgers lacks.

While his receiving talent gives plenty of reasons for the Packers to consider him in the first round, he can also help in run and pass blocking. Henry would be an upgrade on Rodgers in this department.

When looking at the tight ends in this year’s class, there aren’t many who would be able to help out as a pass-catcher and blocker right away, but Henry can. This is why many have a first-round grade on him, and why he has to be firmly on Ted Thompson’s radar.

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