Packers Host Pre-Draft Visit with Ted Hurst

0:00On March 26, the Green Bay Packers are hosting Georgia Statewide Receiver Ted Hurst for an official pre-drav visit ahead of the 2026 NFL Draft. This 21-year-old standout caught 94 passes for 1,537 yards and 14 touchdowns over his last two seasons. All 32 NFL teams get up to 30 such visits and Hurst is the first one reported for the Packers this cycle. Hurst transferred to Georgia State in 2024 from Balthus to State and earned two-time all-sun belt honors. At 6 feet 4 inches and 26 pounds, he clocked to 4.42 second 40 yard dash at the NFL Scouting Combine, with a 36.5-inch vertical jump and an 11-foot 3-inch broad jump. His relative athletic score sits at 9.91, drawing comparisons to players like Marquez, Valdez scaling in size and speed. Scouts see him as a vertical threat, with quickness to beat press coverage and solid route running potential.

1:01He ranks 85th on the consensus bigboard, which could land him in the third round next month. A senior bull invite asked to his profile as a possible Z receiver with upside. While the Packers aren't desperate at why receiver, Christian Watson, Jaden Reed, and Dante Vian Wicks all face contract year soon. Adding a high upside draft pick like Hurst makes sense, especially since Green Bay often targets senior bull standouts and visitors. This early move signals the Packers are getting ahead on their draft plans, keeping an eye on athletic talents who fit their scheme. Stay locked in with NFL News Today, AI-powered updates. I'm Corey with The Story.