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Packers 2017 Draft: Lombardi Ave staff make first-round predictions

By Freddie Boston

Jan 2, 2017; Tampa , FL, USA; Florida Gators defensive back Quincy Wilson (6) during the second half at Raymond James Stadium. Florida Gators defeated the Iowa Hawkeyes 30-3. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports
Jan 2, 2017; Tampa , FL, USA; Florida Gators defensive back Quincy Wilson (6) during the second half at Raymond James Stadium. Florida Gators defeated the Iowa Hawkeyes 30-3. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports /
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Freddie Boston: Packers trade out of first round

Just about every team will want to trade down at some point in this draft. There’s so much depth in the class that dropping down won’t hurt you much, and it’s worth it to acquire additional selections.

So with that in mind, why would any team want to trade up for the Packers’ first-round pick? It all comes down to the game of quarterback roulette.

Shortly after the Packers’ 29th pick, a cluster of quarterback-needy teams take their turn. San Francisco (No. 34), Jacksonville (No. 35), Chicago (No. 36) and the NY Jets (No. 39) are all in need of a new passer and may look to hop back into the first round.

For a team like the Jets, jumping ahead of their rivals for a quarterback is important. Selecting a player in the first round also adds the flexibility of the fifth-year option.

From the Packers’ perspective, moving down a few spots won’t have a major impact on the quality of player they land, but the additional picks could make all the difference.

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