Packers mock draft roundup: Jordan Love a first-round option
It’s all offense in this week’s mock draft roundup.
Wide receiver is still the most popular position of choice for the Green Bay Packers in the first round of mock drafts, which is no surprise. But the Packers do have other needs they could address early on.
One of the players he wrote about was Utah State quarterback Jordan Love, who is also featured in this week’s mock draft roundup.
The Draft Network, Trevor Sikkema
Josh Jones, OT, Houston
A smart choice by The Draft Network’s Trevor Sikkema in this mock draft, although the Packers might not see the benefits of the move until 2021. Houston tackle Josh Jones could be a long-term starter on the right side of the offensive line in Green Bay, but it’s possible free-agent addition Ricky Wagner would start this year.
But that’s not a bad thing. And with longtime right tackle Bryan Bulaga departing in free agency, drafting his replacement in the first round would be a good move.
NFL.com, Daniel Jeremiah
Jordan Love, QB, Utah State
While we’re talking about drafting for the future, this pick is all about that. NFL.com’s Daniel Jeremiah sends quarterback Jordan Love to the Packers in his mock draft. I’ve written a lot about Love to Green Bay this offseason. While it would be a risky move, if Brian Gutekunst decides Love can be the future starter, I’m all-in.
CBS Sports, John Breech
Laviska Shenault Jr., WR, Colorado
Some mock drafts have Colorado wide receiver Laviska Shenault Jr. falling out of the first round, but John Breech of CBS Sports believes he’ll be a Day 1 pick. The run on receivers starts early in this mock draft with many potential Packers targets, including Justin Jefferson, Denzel Mims and Jalen Reagor all gone.
But despite so many talented receivers being selected already, the fact Shenault is still there highlights the depth of talent in this year’s class. He could be a difference-maker in Matt LaFleur’s offense.
Pro Football Focus, Michael Renner
Denzel Mims, WR, Baylor
Michael Renner of Pro Football Focus also has Green Bay drafting a receiver first. This time it’s Baylor’s Denzel Mims, who has arguably become the most popular first-round choice for the Packers in mock drafts. Mims put together an outstanding offseason which moved him into Day 1 consideration.