10. John Ross, WR, Washington
Speed. Speed. Speed. These are the three reasons the Packers should consider selecting Ross in the first round if they get a chance.
Many expect Ross to run a sub-4.4 forty time at the Combine this spring. He’s already garnered DeSean Jackson comparisons from the draft community, and he has the potential to have a similar career.
Ross is an explosive wide receiver with true downfield playmaking ability. He averaged around 15 yards per catch in 2016 and his 17 receiving touchdowns led the Pac-12. He could bring his big-play ability to the Packers offense.
While he doesn’t have the typical size of a boundary receiver (5-11, 190), Ross’s top-end speed scares defenses into conservative coverage, which opens things up underneath for other receivers.
The Packers could use a deep threat on offense to open things up for Nelson, Adams, and Cobb. Jeff Janis and Trevor Davis have similar straight-line speed, but they are not nearly the level of receiver as Ross. Ross is a much better route runner, has more consistent hands, and shows a better ability after the catch.
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It’s more than likely the Packers will use their first-round pick to address their holes on defense. However, there’s a strong case for them to add more dynamic offensive weapons, whether that’s an electric running back, an athletic tight end, or a speed big-play wide receiver.