Packers news today: Predictions for draft, surprising first-round picks

Four. More. Days.

Last year’s draft was considered one for the future for the Green Bay Packers. And we could begin to see it pay off in 2021.

While the hope is Jordan Love won’t need to play a meaningful snap anytime soon while Aaron Rodgers is still playing at an MVP level, we should see more from AJ Dillon, Josiah Deguara, Kamal Martin, and others this upcoming season.

Dillon should see an increased role with Jamaal Williams gone. Deguara is going to be heavily involved once he’s healthy. Martin could be a starter in Joe Barry’s defense. And don’t forget the team drafted three interior offensive linemen. Jon Runyan Jr. should compete for a starting job over the summer.

Last year’s draft has the potential to exceed expectations.

Packers: Three players who could be surprising first-round picks (Dairyland Express – Brian Sampson)

Brian Sampson of Dairyland Express writes about three players who could be surprising first-round picks for Green Bay next week. Although it’s fair to say it would be hard to top last year’s surprising pick of Jordan Love in the first round.

Green Bay Packers: Seven Realistic Predictions for 2021 NFL Draft (Dairyland Express – Paul Bretl)

Paul Bretl of Dairyland Express makes seven realistic predictions for Green Bay in the 2021 NFL Draft, and I found myself nodding in agreement throughout the article.

Prospect for the Pack: Oklahoma C Creed Humphrey (Packers Wire – Dan Wussow)

Dan Wussow of Packers Wire writes about Oklahoma center Creed Humphrey, who could be an immediate replacement for Corey Linsley.

Packers Draft Wish List: Putting together Brian Gutekunst’s “hot list” by round (Acme Packing Company – Peter Bukowski)

Peter Bukowski of Acme Packing Company has put together a big board, a “hot list” of players likely to interest GM Brian Gutekunst based on recent drafts.

We hope you enjoyed this roundup.