Packers Draft Cisse Over McCoy for Secondary Boost

0:00It's April 25th, NFL news today starts now, AI powered and always on. The Green Bay Packers just made their first pick in the 2026 NFL draft, grabbing South Carolina cornerback Brandon Sissy. This guys got the skills to push for a starting spot right away in their secondary and could shake things up on defense. Earlier this week, Tennessee's Germain McCoy was sitting there as another top corner option, but the Packers passed. Several manager Brian Gutekunst and head coach Michael Floor went with Sissy instead, keeping their eyes on long-term reliability. Fans and analysts are buzzing about the choice, especially since McCoy brings elite talent but a big red flag from his torn ACL last season in 20, 25, that injury sideline him completely and teams worry he might need more surgery down the line. McCoy still projected as a solid day to pick thanks to his raw ability, but the Packers clearly prioritized health over the risk. Sissy steps in as a safer bet to bolster that backfield without the drama.

1:03As the draft rolls on, keep watching how Sissy gels with the squad, he might just lock down that secondary for years to come.