Packers stay true to their identity in seven-round mock draft that feels like a page out of the franchise's playbook

Of all mock drafts in his pre-draft cycle, this is probably the most Packers-y.

Yes, after years and years covering the NFL and some writing about the Green Bay Packers specifically, it becomes way easier to understand what type of prospect the team will like and look for.

I think the #Packers like Jordan Morgan more than you do.

By a lot.

Its obviously impossible to know every player they like or dont, especially because the team has a full team and an absurd amount of resources to scout, but we try our best to understand its process and their historic preferences.

The first point is obvious for everyone at this point: Brian Gutekunst loves athletic players.

They have upside and they will most likely bring at least something to the table.

Defense tends to be a priority, especially early, followed by volume along the offensive line.

Put some mid- and late-round wide receivers in the mix and a late quarterback to develop and thats the receipt for a classic Packers draft.

Round 1, pick 23: DT Derrick Harmon, Oregon Its not the first time I mock Harmon to the Packers, and hes been a frequent option for Green Bay around the draft world.

Disruptive interior rusher, he fits a significant need on the roster both in the short- and long-term.

However, its worth mentioning that hes falling in the consensus big board.

That might not mean much whatsoever, but it can also mean that the external media likes him more than the teamsbecause by this time of the year, public draft boards have more impact from what teams think based on the share of information.

Round 2, pick 54: CB Benjamin Morrison, Notre Dame Cornerback is probably the most glaring need, especially if the Packers truly dont keep Jaire Alexander around.

While he has some durability concerns, Morrison is an instinctive defensive back with an impressive ability to track the ball.

Also, the Packers have two slot-first corners slated to play outside in Keisean Nixon and Nate Hobbs, so a true boundary corner brings an important element to the room.

Round 3, pick 87: WR Kyle Williams, Washington State Williams is probably a little too light, 186 pounds, but can play both inside and outside.

Hes not the X receiver the Packers would prefer and need, but otherwise he has all Green Bay wants to add: Productivity, athleticism, ability versus man coverage, can catch contested balls, and effectiveness in the red zone.

The Packers need to add receivers to the room, because only Jayden Reed and Dontayvion Wicks are under contract beyond 2025.

Round 4, pick 124: T Chase Lundt, Connecticut If you follow our articles here, youve probably already read a lot about Lundt.

He was a part of our hidden gems piece , as a top run blocker.

Its a unique set of physical tools and on-field traits, but its a combination that makes sense on Day 3.

Round 5, pick 159: C Seth McLaughlin, Ohio State McLaughlin has played at Alabama and Ohio State.

Even though 2023 wasnt a great season, he had good performances in 2022 and 2024 at two different schools.

Curiously, the Packers dont like to take guards in the draft, giving preference to tackles, but they are ok taking centersElgton Jenkins and Josh Myers were both primarily centers in college football.

Even though Jenkins is moving to center this year, his long-term contract situation is murky, and it makes sense to bring in a developmental option.

Round 6, pick 198: QB Tyler Shough, Louisville Its truly difficult to imagine Shough being available so late in the draft, but he was in this simulation using PFFs tool.

Malik Willis is entering the final year of his rookie deal, so the Packers would happily take a developmental quarterback to be a mid-term option behind Jordan Love.

Round 7, pick 237: EDGE Fadil Diggs, Syracuse Edge depth is not as big of a problem as the top of the room, but Diggs is a highly intriguing prospect.

Athletic, fairly productive, and with an aggressive style.

Last year, he had a 15.1% pass rush win rate, and it's hard to get that profile at a premium position so late in the draft.

Round 7, pick 250: WR Ja'Corey Brooks, Louisville Another case of a player who is in our hidden gems article.

He could certainly go higher than the seventh round, but it seems like the NFL isnt high on him whatsoever.

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