Packers' Draft Strategy: Best Player Available

0:00It's April 21st. This is NFL News Today football coverage powered by AI. The 2026 NFL Draft kicks off Thursday night. Before the Green Bay Packers, the real action starts Friday at pick number 52 in the second round. They traded away their first rounder last year to land star edge-rusher Michael Parsons, marking the first time since 1986 they've entered without one. Good to const and his team scouted just like always, hitting pro days and 30 visits without big changes. Even without a top 20 shot, those reports stick around, keeping doors open for future moves on those players. Watching top talent fly off the board hits hard, good to const admits, especially after getting to know these guys up close. Still, his plan stays simple. Best player available over forcing needs, though position might tip the scale of ratings tie. This year, they've got just eight picks from second through seventh rounds, plus extras in fifth and seventh. Next draft jumps to 11, with comms from departures and trades giving ammo to wheel and deal if a target's in sight.

1:07Packers hit playoffs three years running, but need help on lines, receiver and corner. No first round fixed this time, but good to coons straight up thrilled with Parsons in the fold, setting them up strong either way.