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Green Bay Packers: Big board for 2018 NFL Draft

By Brian Sampson

PITTSBURGH, PA - NOVEMBER 26: Head Coach Mike McCarthy of the Green Bay Packers looks on from the sidelines in the first half during the game against the Pittsburgh Steelers at Heinz Field on November 26, 2017 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Joe Sargent/Getty Images)
PITTSBURGH, PA - NOVEMBER 26: Head Coach Mike McCarthy of the Green Bay Packers looks on from the sidelines in the first half during the game against the Pittsburgh Steelers at Heinz Field on November 26, 2017 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Joe Sargent/Getty Images) /
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1. Minkah Fitzpatrick, CB/S, Alabama

Some fans might be surprised to see cornerback next to Minkah Fitzpatrick’s name, but that’s what some scouts say his best position will be in the NFL.

After spending most of his time at the safety position in college, Pro Football Focus believes his best position will be as an outside corner. If that’s the case, he’ll have a lot of adjustments to make given he only played 13 snaps at that position last season.

Even if he doesn’t transition to becoming a full-time outside corner, his versatility would be a huge addition to the Packers.

McShay has him ranked as his eighth-best player with a grade of 93 and Kiper Jr. mocked him to go at No. 7 to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. NFL.com isn’t as high on him, only giving him a grade of 6.19 and has him listed as a safety.

No matter what position he plays in the NFL, Fitzpatrick will likely excel and become a Pro Bowl Caliber player. He comes in at No. 1 on the Packers’ big board thanks to a combination of his physical traits (4.46 40-yard dash, 14 reps on the bench press), his versatility to play multiple positions and his high intensity on every snap.

Next: 5 sleepers for the Packers to consider in the 2018 NFL Draft

This board is likely to change as we get closer to the draft so keep an eye out for an updated one in the next week or so. Go Pack Go!

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