Packers' Cornerback Crisis: Draft & Free Agency Plan

0:00On April 21st, the Green Bay Packers face a clear shortage at cornerback heading into the 2026 NFL Draft and even General Manager Brian, Gudakunsten Mitz, they got a bulk up the position through the draft and undrafted free agents. He straight-up said it's the spot where they need the most bodies added, no question. Right now they've got starters like KCN Nixon and Carrington Valentine back on the outside, Devon Bullard in the slot plus new free agent, Benjamin St. Juiced for depth, but dig deeper and extend only 6 perimeter corners under contract on the 90 man roster, with just St. Juiced locked in past 2026. Fans and analysts see the impact loud and clear. The Packers haven't taken a corner higher than the 7th round since 2021 and last. Year's late pick is already gone. Nixon and Valentine stepped up big despite their pass, but the runes overdue for real investment to build stability. Looking ahead, a double dip in the middle rounds makes sense with the talent depth and

1:00they've hosted some day 3 or undrafted types for visits. With just 8 picks and not picking till number 52 in round 2, things could get unpredictable. Bottom line, expect the Packers to grab at least one, maybe more, corners to start rebuilding that unit for the long haul. From around the league, powered by AI, this is NFL News Today.