Thompson Found Good Value Throughout Draft

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General Manager Ted Thompson has often said he doesn't draft to fill needs, he drafts to find good football players.

The 2010 draft was yet another example of that, as in the eyes of some the Packers failed to address two much-talked-about needs over the last three days, outside linebacker and cornerback, while adding players at some positions seemingly well-stocked.

But with the seven-player class Thompson selected -- two offensive linemen, two defensive ends, a safety, a tight end and a running back -- the GM not only stuck to his guns by drafting the highest-rated player on his board at each pick, he also sent a message that in his mind the outside linebacker and cornerback spots aren't in as dire need of reinforcements as some might think.

"NFL football is an ongoing thing, and the draft is important because it adds a whole new group to your team as you go forward," Thompson said. "A football team is always in an evolutionary cycle. It's always growing...

Source: Packers.com
 

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