Caleb Banks: Packers' Second-Round Steal?

0:00On April 9th, Packers are eyeing big moves in the 2026 draft, with no first round picks for the next two years after that trade for Micah Parsons. They're counting down 100 prospects in the unpacking future Packers series, and sitting at number 18 is Florida Defensive Tackle, Caleb. Banks, this 6.6 and 327 pound beast, brings rare size and speed that could transform their line. Banks started as a three star recruited Louisville, then transferred to Florida where he blew up in 2024 with 4.5 sacks and 7 tackles for loss. But injuries hit hard, a foot issue sidelineed him early, another ankle tweak followed, and he only played the last two games plus Senior Bowl. Still, his tape against LSU and Ole Miss showed him dominating with 15 pressures and 3.5 sacks in two weeks. Scouts are buzzing about his quick first step, violent hands, and bull rush that overwhelm blockers. He claws run lanes with his length and stays balanced, making plays sideline

1:03to sideline. Reporters call his past rush repertoire, outstanding for his size, blending power, technique and explosiveness, no other interior guy matches. For Green Bay, defensive tackle is their top need even after adding Javon Hargrave. They crave an active interior disruptor to pair with Parsons. Banks ranks around 52nd overall now, so if he slides to their 2nd round spot at pick 52, on April 24th, it's a gamble on his. Medical's but propel left side. Picture banks and Parsons wrecking games together. His talent might be too juicy to pass up, turning that risk into a steal for good to construct. Board, that's your update from NFL News Today, powered by AI. I'm Cory with the story.