We’ve officially made it to draft week and today I’m going to take a wide look at the draft as we head into the home stretch. I’ll run through a first round mock draft, where I think Green Bay is heading, some players I believe will and won’t be on the Packers’ board, and some other random draft musings for your enjoyment.

Mock Draft

1. Bengals – Joe Burrow – Quarterback LSU

This one won’t exactly be a surprise. Burrow should be the pick and will be the pick to kick things off on Thursday

2. Redskins – Chase Young – Edge Rusher – Ohio State

Like the Bengals pick, this one also seems a bit predetermined. This is a really solid pick for the Redskins and should give them one of the best front lines in the NFL.

3. Chargers – Justin Herbert – Quarterback – Oregon (Trade with Detroit)

If you want to be sure to get your quarterback, go and get him. In this scenario the Chargers only give up a 3rd round pick to Detroit to secure the services of Herbert. I don’t believe they are fully satisfied going into the season with a really strong team and Tyrod Taylor at quarterback.

4. Giants – Jedrick Wills – Tackle – Alabama

This just seems like such a David Gettleman pick. And to be fair, this would be a really good pick that fits a major need for the Giants. Wills would help open up running room for Saquan Barkley and help protect Daniel Jones. This helps both of his high investments over the past two seasons.

5. Dolphins – Tua Tagoviloa – Quarterback – Alabama

The Dolphins have been rumored to be interested in Tua, Herbert, and Jordan Love, but I think the obvious answer will ultimately be the correct one and Tua will be a Dolphin at pick five.

6. Lions – Jeffrey Okudah – Cornerback – Ohio State (Trade with Los Angeles)

The Lions get their guy and pick up an extra 3rd round pick in the process. Okudah will replace the spot vacated by Darrius Slay who was traded to the Eagles earlier in the offseason.

7. Panthers – Isaiah Simmons – Linebacker – Clemson

The Panthers would have to be thrilled that Simmons falls this far and fills the spot that was left open when Luke Kuechly retired. Simmons should pick up right where Kuechely left off (and that’s saying something).

8. Cardinals – Tristan Wirfs – Offensive Tackle – Iowa

Wirfs should fit beautifully into Kliff Kingsbury’s offense and be a perfect addition to help out Kyler Murray and company. In just two years the Cardinals will have completely reinvented themselves on offense with Murray, Hopkins, Kenyan Drake, and Tristan Wirfs.

9. Jaguars – Derrick Brown – Defensive Tackle – Auburn

The Jaguars seem to be in full on tank mode, but they have major gaps in their front four after Calais Campbell’s trade, and Yannick Ngakoue demanding out of Jacksonville. Derrick Brown should help the process and free up Myles Jack and Joe Schobert to make plays as well.

10. Browns – Andrew Thomas – Offensive Tackle – Georgia

This is going to be an offensive tackle, it’s just all about figuring out which one. In this scenario the Browns would choose between Thomas and Becton. Neither would be a bad pick, and either should solve the left tackle spot for the foreseeable future.

11. Broncos – CeeDee Lamb – Wide Receiver – Oklahoma (Trade with New York)

The Broncos give up a 3rd round pick to move up 4 spots and grab their top receiver in the draft – CeeDee Lamb. Lamb and Courtland Sutton should give the Broncos two dynamic options for young quarterback Drew Lock.

12. Raiders – Jerry Jeudy – Wide Receiver – Alabama

Jeudy and Lamb go back to back and the Raiders finally replace Amari Cooper with another first round Alabama wide receiver.

13. Falcons – C.J. Henderson – Cornerback – Florida (Trade with San Francisco)

The Falcons are trying to move up in the draft and are able to swing a deal with the 49ers. The Flacons give up a third round selection to move up three spots and grab the second best cornerback in the draft. The Falcons are barren at the cornerback position and Henderson would give them a much needed upgrade.

14. Dolphins – Mekhi Becton – Offensive Tackle – Louisville (Trade with Tampa Bay)

The Dolphins move up 4 spots by trading the Buccaneers the 70th pick in the draft. With the selection the Dolphins are able to get protection for newly acquired Tua Tagoviloa. This is a dream draft so far for the Dolphins.

15. Jets – Henry Ruggs – Wide Receiver – Alabama (Trade with Denver)

The Jets were able to move down a few spots, pick up an extra 3rd round pick, and still get one of the top receivers on their board. Will they regret passing on Lamb/Jeudy, or did they get a dynamic receiver and still pick up a 3rd round pick in the process? Only time will tell.

16. 49ers – Javon Kinlaw – Defensive Tackle – South Carolina (Trade with Atlanta)

San Francisco can’t be too upset with picking up an extra day two selection while still getting one of their top players at a position of need. San Francisco traded away DeForest Buckner and now will try and replace him with the talented Javon Kinlaw.

17. Vikings – Justin Jefferson – Wide Receiver – LSU (Trade with Dallas)

This would be a tough scenario for Packers fans as they watch their NFC North rival trade up to get one of their top targets. Jefferson would fill in for Stephon Diggs (albeit in different roles) and the Vikings find a major weapon for Kirk Cousins.

18. Buccaneers – A.J. Terrell – Cornerback – Clemson (Trade with Miami)

Tampa Bay really needs defensive backs but with Henderson and Okudah off the board they were wise to trade down, pick up a third round pick, and still get the 3rd best cornerback on their board.

19. Raiders – Jaylon Johnson – Cornerback – Utah

This feels like a Mike Mayock pick. Johnson doesn’t check off all the measurables, but he’s a hell of a football player. He also fits a major area of need.

20. Jaguars – K’Lavon Chaisson – Edge Rusher – LSU

The Jaguars will likely end up trading Yannick Ngakoue and will need to find a replacement. The Jaguars aren’t chalk full of talent, but a front line that consists of Derrick Brown, K’Lavon Chaisson, and Josh Allen is a great way to build a strength on defense.

21. Eagles – Patrick Queen – Linebacker – LSU

The Eagles don’t get any of their top receiver prospects on the board and are left to try to find the best available player remaining. The Eagles will get the opportunity to choose between Patrick Queen and Kenneth Murray to set up up as their starting inside linebacker.

22. Cowboys – Cesar Ruiz – Center – Michigan

Dallas has struggled to fill Travis Frederick’s void in the middle of their offensive line and bringing in Cesar Ruiz should quickly fix that problem. This should free up Zeke Elliott, which in turn helps Dak Prescott. A win all around for Mike McCarthy’s squad.

23. Patriots – A.J. Epenesa – Defensive End – Iowa

Epenesa is such a Patriots player. He isn’t flashy but he does his job and rarely makes mistakes. He’d be a 10-year pro in their system.

24. Saints – Kenneth Murray – Linebacker – Oklahoma

Kenneth Murray and Demario Davis running around on the second level of the defense should strike fear into opposing offenses. Murray oozes athleticism and should play even faster on the fast track in New Orleans.

25. Vikings – Jeff Gladney – Cornerback – TCU

The Vikings desperately need to find and hit on a cornerback in the draft. As of right now Mike Hughes and Holton Hill are the likely starters. Gladney is a Mike Zimmer type of player who covers well and isn’t afraid to come up and make a hit. He’s a perfect fit at corner for the Vikings.

26. Dolphins – Yetur Gross-Matos – Defensive End – Penn State

After going offensive with their first two picks, the Dolphins address the defensive side of the ball and get the best defensive end still on the board.

27. Bengals – Josh Jones – Offensive Tackle – Houston (Trade with Seattle)

If there’s one thing you can count on, it’s the Seahawks trading out of their pick. They’ve done it for eight consecutive seasons and this trade would make it number nine. The Bengals get some immediate help at tackle for Joe Burrow and the tandem of Jonah Williams and Josh Jones should be a great pairing for a long time.

28. Ravens – Jeremy Chinn – Safety – Southern Illinois

I love the idea of Jeremy Chinn playing next to Earl Thomas and Chinn would give the Ravens an athletic presence who can roam center field or come up and play in the box. He’d give them a very versatile piece for the back end of the defense.

29. Titans – Austin Jackson – Offensive Tackle – USC

The Titans find their replacement for Jack Conklin who departed for Cleveland. Jackson should come in and compete immediately for the starting right tackle position.

30. Packers – Ezra Cleveland – Offensive Tackle – Boise State

This just feels like such a Packers pick. He’s highly athletic, at a premium position, with tremendous upside, while also being a bit of a project. Many fans won’t be a huge fan of this pick, but he seems exactly the type of player that Green Bay covets.

31. 49ers – Antoine Winfield – Defensive Back – Minnesota

The 49ers have done such an amazing job of making themselves matchup nightmares on offense, and now they go out and get a piece that will help them beat mismatches on defense. Winfield can play deep safety, in the box, or even cover some in the slot. He would be a dynamic piece to pair with Jimmie Ward and Jaquiski Tartt at safety.

32. Chiefs – Trevon Diggs – Cornerback – Alabama

The Chiefs close out the first round by addressing one of the few areas of need. Kansas City could ultimately use some more talent at corner and Diggs should help them immensely as teams are constantly playing from behind against the Chiefs’ offense.