Packers POST Draft Talk 2026

[OldSchool101]

Well here we are. Please return to your assigned seats, fasten your seatbelt and put your table trays up please…
we are Coming into NFL Draft approach and our Runway has been cleared for Landing.

#52 DT, Lee Hunter Jr

(Trade #84+ RD5 2027)…….
…#78 WR, Antonio Williams

#120 CB, Will Lee III

#160 RB, Kaelon Black

(trade #153 + #236 to Ravens)….
….#173 TE, Eli Raridon+ 2027 RD5

#201 Saf, Michael Taaffe

#255 Edge,, Nyjalek Kelly

 

[Heyjoe4]

Well here we are. Please return to your seats and put table trays up please…
we are Coming into NFL Draft area and our Runway has been cleared for Landing.

#52 DT, Lee Hunter Jr

(Trade #84+ RD5 2027)
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#77 WR, Antonio Williams

#120 CB, Will Lee III

#160 RB, Kaelon Black

(trade #153 to Ravens)
#173 TE, Eli Raridon+2027 RD5 Comp

#201 Saf, Michael Taaffe

#236 Edge,, Nyjalek Kelly

Is Hunter worth giving up this years 3rd pick, not to mention next year’s fifth?

This would be very un-Gluten like. What’s that special about Hunter.

Not saying it’s a bad or good move. Just seems unlikely.

 

[OldSchool101]

Is Hunter worth giving up this years 3rd pick, not to mention next year’s fifth?

This would be very un-Gluten like. What’s that special about Hunter.

Not saying it’s a bad or good move. Just seems unlikely.

Oh no I see what you thought there. the trade is in RD3 #84+ a RD5 2027 selection to move up for a WR earlier RD3 #78

#52 is our natural Pick straight up for Hunter

I love the term “un-gluten” like. It sounds like a move that’s hard to digest.

 

[OldSchool101]

Here’s a reasonable scenario DOUBLE trade back, Single trade up, each with teams we have had trade connections in recent years.

**Trade to Seattle #52 + #255
to Green Bay
#64 + #96

**Trade to Miami #84
to Green Bay
#90 + #151

**Trade to Raiders #120 + #236
to Green Bay #117

Draft 2026

#64 OT/OG Jennings Dunker

#90 WR, D Lance

#96 CB, Malik Muhammad

#117 DT, Darrell Jackson Jr.

#151 SAF, V.J. Payne

#153 RB, Nick Singleton

#160 Edge, Maxx Llewellyn

#201 OC, Pat Coogan

 

[El Guapo]

At least I won't have any temptation to fast forward through the first round of the draft this season.

 

[OldSchool101]

At least I won't have any temptation to fast forward through the first round of the draft this season.

Yes.
Plus if watching it live? We don’t have to worry about trading back and out of RD1 at 10:45pm after watching for hours anticipating if we’ll draft our Homegrown favorite TJ Watt!
To get Kevin King and Vince Biegel no less! What an all around disappointment for a draft trade.

 

[Heyjoe4]

Oh no I see what you thought there. the trade is in RD3 #84+ a RD5 2027 selection to move up for a WR earlier RD3 #78

#52 is our natural Pick straight up for Hunter

I love the term “un-gluten” like. It sounds like a move that’s hard to digest.

Gotcha OS thanks. Why do you like Hunter at 52?

 

[Heyjoe4]

Here’s a reasonable scenario DOUBLE trade back, Single trade up, each with teams we have had trade connections in recent years.

**Trade to Seattle #52 + #255
to Green Bay
#64 + #96

**Trade to Miami #84
to Green Bay
#90 + #151

**Trade to Raiders #120 + #236
to Green Bay #117

Draft 2026

#64 OT/OG Jennings Dunker

#90 WR, Bryce Lance

#96 CB, Malik Muhammad

#117 DT, Darrell Jackson Jr.

#151 SAF, V.J. Payne

#153 RB, Nick Singleton

#160 Edge, Maxx Llewellyn

#201 OC, Pat Coogan

Great scenario, trade back a little from 52 for 64 and 96. And at this point in the draft, he’s gonna take BPA at a need position. I’d love to see him get Lance.

 

[Capitol 8805]

I will try.
Green Bay trades #52 to Las Vegas for #67 & 102
#67- Gabe Jacas LB- Illinois
#84- Drew Lance WR- North Dakota State
#103- Trey Zuhn OT- Texas A&M
120- Will Lee CB- Texas A &M
153- Charles Demming CB- Steven F. Austin
160- Tim Keenan DT- Alabama
201- Kaelon Black RB-Indiana
236_ Jordan Van Den Berg DT- Georgia Tech
255- Michael Heldman DE-Central Michigan

 

[OldSchool101]

Gotcha OS thanks. Why do you like Hunter at 52?

Hey @Heyjoe4.
Well first thing is I think he’s a reasonable player to get either to us or close. I love Miller Jr but several Scouts believe he’s getting picked long before the Packers are on the clock. Also Hunter fits a 3-4 perfectly. We already have Pass Rushing 3T options Wyatt, LVN, Hargrave, Karl and Brinson etc.

Lee Jr is a natural exceptional player at diagnosing the Run and probably average to above average against the Pass. Also Each year he’s started he’s improved. 16% tackle for loss to 21% TFL to 26% TFL he just keeps getting better with time. He's a true 2-down guy but imo can develop into a hybrid 3-down role with time. His 2025 season opened eyes because he showed some Pass Rush or pocket collapsing ability with 25 pressures. Enough to earn him 3rd Team All American honors.

Disclaimer. I’m happy with either Hunter or Miller. It’s just my opinion we’d have to trade up at least 10 spots to land Christian Miller and I’m not convinced he’s that much better fit to spend an extra RD3 pick doing so.

 

[Pkrjones]

I like Miller IF he's there @ 52. Miller turns 22 yrs old while in TC, whereas Hunter will turn 24 yrs old before TC begins. Either can (hopefully) give GB meaningful, early down snaps at NT right away. I hope one is still there when GB is on the clock and Gute doesn't need to trade back & grab Orange?

 

[OldSchool101]

I like Miller IF he's there @ 52. Miller turns 22 yrs old while in TC, whereas Hunter will turn 24 yrs old before TC begins. Either can (hopefully) give GB meaningful, early down snaps at NT right away. I hope one is still there when GB is on the clock and Gute doesn't need to trade back & grab Orange?

Absolutely. I didn’t realize the age Disparity good info.
If I see Miller there at #47 or beyond I’m making a reasonable attempt to move on him. Ideal would be Atlanta at #48 and using our #160 to lock him down. No question Miller Jr is The better well rounded player. I’m going to gamble and say Miller is gone by #40-45 area.

Was going to add that a good template trade is Reed. We started at #45 and traded back twice to #50 overall. Those 2 trades netted us a #159, #179. So here were just a shave later in the draft so maybe a #153, RD7

 

[gopkrs]

Just wanted to say that I don't see a big deal if one is 22 and the other is 24. If the 24 yr old would end up having a good career; it just would not matter imho. And maybe the added maturity helps out from the get go. Both in size and mentally.

 

[OldSchool101]

Just wanted to say that I don't see a big deal if one is 22 and the other is 24. If the 24 yr old would end up having a good career; it just would not matter imho. And maybe the added maturity helps out from the get go. Both in size and mentally.

Exactly. I’ve read arguments on both sides that I liked.

Positionally iDL at least most often, you get 30yrs old before some signs of decline. So from a spending Draft Capital viewpoint, if it’s a RD5 guy probably not a huge concern, whereas for a RD1-3 guy you kinda want to maximize their play-lifespan to expenditure.

Somewhere else I read this idea (also I believe it was poster Dante? was a big proponent of age) I used to think it was just something they liked for personal draft ratings. I discovered years later in a scouting report that age has more to do with ability to translate and growth grades. They have a column they check more so for players who excel early in college and don’t regress or even improve. Their thought was the earlier a player transitions into elevated circumstances (HS to College) often times relates to how they elevate College to Pro. Also they can sustain their “peak” longer. So there must be some real proof that grading variable. That part makes sense to me, maybe but a primary checkbox, but in a case where 2 players are graded equally it could be a tilting decision winning variable.

 

[OldSchool101]

Things like age or positional fit over pure talent would be great questions to ask a seasoned GM. I’ve often wondered how relevant 1 or 2 years can be? Seems trivial to me but I’m not a GM of a NFL franchise.

If I were? My thoughts on age would align more with your argument @gopkrs. In a “Win Now” environment I’d prefer some immediate maturity over future benefits we might not see for 4-7 years. I’ll take 1-2 years of sooner “peak” performance over 2 years of potential longevity if you will.

I guess I’m saying in a positional context that if I need a seasoned player at NT today for us specifically in Green Bay? Age is not as much a hindrance unless it’s a Top 10 or Top 20 type prospect.

If I’m in a rebuild of sorts or we are Draft picking #13 overall again, then an Age argument turns into a significant advantage or disadvantage. I suppose I’m not even least bit concerned RD6-7 etc so maybe some emphasis the earlier we pick. Both “age” arguments can be valid though. I’m never dismissing it if two products are otherwise exactly equal.

 

[tynimiller]

Draft Section is best spot for this as it keeps all the draft content together.

 

[Heyjoe4]

Draft Section is best spot for this as it keeps all the draft content together.

Agreed. We’ve got two threads now on the draft. Can a mod combine them?

 

[gopkrs]

Draft Section is best spot for this as it keeps all the draft content together.

Well sometimes I'm just answering from a previous post. They can get jumbled. This one was specific.

 

[OldSchool101]

Draft Section is best spot for this as it keeps all the draft content together.

I’m open to that. I didn’t see a thread “Draft Talk” though for THIS season.
The only thing I see is specific to posting about specific prospects.

@tynimiller but Fire away with a link or direction I’m open to that.. maybe I’m missing a thread with general talk leading up to the draft itself I searched that and I only see it for previous years.

 

[El Guapo]

I’m open to that. I didn’t see a thread “Draft Talk” though for THIS season.
The only thing I see is specific to posting about specific prospects.

@tynimiller but Fire away with a link or direction I’m open to that.. maybe I’m missing a thread with general talk leading up to the draft itself I searched that and I only see it for previous years.

For a moment, I thought about starting a Draft Talk thread all about beer. However, it would have likely devolved into an internet argument about the spelling of draught.

 

[Heyjoe4]

I’m open to that. I didn’t see a thread “Draft Talk” though for THIS season.
The only thing I see is specific to posting about specific prospects.

@tynimiller but Fire away with a link or direction I’m open to that.. maybe I’m missing a thread with general talk leading up to the draft itself I searched that and I only see it for previous years.

There is a “2026 Draft Prospects “ thread. It’s not a big deal.

 

[tynimiller]

I’m open to that. I didn’t see a thread “Draft Talk” though for THIS season.
The only thing I see is specific to posting about specific prospects.

@tynimiller but Fire away with a link or direction I’m open to that.. maybe I’m missing a thread with general talk leading up to the draft itself I searched that and I only see it for previous years.

There is a draft section and then threads beneath related to prospects, various mocks roll in there for folks and other draft related items.

 

[OldSchool101]

For a moment, I thought about starting a Draft Talk thread all about beer. However, it would have likely devolved into an internet argument about the spelling of draught.

I wouldn’t have corrected you. I have always wondered though. Is it a Keg? Is it a Cask? Or a 1/2 Barrel? Is beer on Tap?? A Draft or a Draught? It seems like after there is a larger measurement of beers served, these flip flop when conversing. These are the important topics that truly need to be resolved, for how can we focus on a Draft? I’ve had a barrel of fun thinking about this in Bars.
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If you run out of Draught Beers at the Draft would that be a Draft Drought? and Should I move this question to the Draft prospecting section?

 

[El Guapo]

I wouldn’t have corrected you. I have always wondered though. Is it a Keg? Is it a Cask? Or a 1/2 Barrel? Is beer on Tap?? A Draft or a Draught? It seems like after there is a larger measurement of beers served, these flip flop when conversing. These are the important topics that truly need to be resolved, for how can we focus on a Draft? I’ve had a barrel of fun thinking about this in Bars.
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If you run out of Draught Beers at the Draft would that be a Draft Drought? and Should I move this question to the Draft prospecting section?

Nope, this is all Packers-related. No need to move.

Have you had to roll out the barrel? I guarantee that you'll have a barrel of fun. Interesting anecdote. When our daughter was born, like most new dads I knew nothing. One of my first times trying to soothe her, my wife told me to sing her a lullaby. I still don't know any lullabies, so I sang "Roll Out The Barrel" while slowly polka dancing to and fro. Well it worked....and worked and worked and worked. It was to the point where I had to teach friends and my in-laws the words to the song, because it was the only sure-fire way to get my daughter to stop crying.

I even used it on a cousin's crying baby at a family get-together years later. My cousin and his wife gave me the "you're crazy" look when I started. They couldn't soothe their baby. I did it with one verse of Roll Out The Barrel.

 

[Heyjoe4]

I wouldn’t have corrected you. I have always wondered though. Is it a Keg? Is it a Cask? Or a 1/2 Barrel? Is beer on Tap?? A Draft or a Draught? It seems like after there is a larger measurement of beers served, these flip flop when conversing. These are the important topics that truly need to be resolved, for how can we focus on a Draft? I’ve had a barrel of fun thinking about this in Bars.
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If you run out of Draught Beers at the Draft would that be a Draft Drought? and Should I move this question to the Draft prospecting section?

Good stuff OS! And then there are quarter barrels.

I’m dating myself here - I remember when fans could bring in a quarter barrel for a Braves’ game at County Stadium. Set the barrel on its own seat and start pouring.

And there were no fights. People still got loaded, but it was just a more genteel time.