9 prospects Packers could target with their first pick in 2026 NFL draft
A look at nine prospects who the Packers could target in the second round of the 2026 NFL Draft.
packerswire.usatoday.comHere’s the latest on Packers 2026 draft picks based on recent reporting.
- The Packers entered the 2026 draft without a first-round pick due to a prior trade, and they finished with a total of six selections across six rounds. This outcome was a notable shift from their typical first-round presence.[2][3]
- Their Day 2 selections included a cornerback and a defensive tackle: Brandon Cisse (CB, South Carolina) in Round 2 and Chris McClellan (DT, Missouri) in Round 3, highlighting a focus on upgrading the secondary and interior disruptors.[1][3]
- In later rounds, they added Dani Dennis-Sutton (EDGE, Penn State) in Round 4, Jager Burton (C, Kentucky) in Round 5, and Le’Veon Moss (RB, Texas A&M) in Round 6, with a kicker (Trey Smack, Florida) coming in Round 6 as well after a trade to move into that spot.[3][1][2]
- Some outlets also listed additional possible selections in early mock scenarios, but the consensus post-draft is that the six picks were used to address defense, offensive line depth, and special teams, aligning with the team’s stated goal of adding competition and depth across multiple positions.[4][6]
Illustration: typical draft outcome
- Day 2: CB and DT upgrades
- Day 3: EDGE and interior O-line/corner-depth pieces
- Late rounds: RB, center/OL depth, and a kicking competition to bolster special teams
Notes
- If you want, I can pull the most recent official team notes or compile a side-by-side comparison of each pick’s projected role and how it fits the Packers’ 2026 roster needs. Would you like a concise table summarizing each pick, position, school, and typical role?[1][2][3]