Green Bay Packers: 2020 Mock Draft Roundup & Big Takeaways 5.0

It’s time for another edition of mock draft roundup and takeaways, so let’s take a look at who the Green Bay Packers are selecting in some recent drafts.

If you haven’t already noticed, with the NFL season about done and college football having already moved past the Senior Bowl, mock draft season is in full swing. So from now until draft night at the end of April, every week or two I will be posting my mock draft roundup and giving my big takeaways.

What the Green Bay Packers do in the draft is largely dependent on what needs they address in free agency. But as of now we can all agree that some positions that have to be taken care of this offseason include wide receiver, inside linebacker, interior defensive lineman, and heck, even tackle in the first-round if they decide to let Bryan Bulaga walk.

So in the most recent edition of the mock draft roundup and takeaways, let’s take a look at who the draft analysts have the Green Bay Packers selecting in round one. And as I’m sure most expect, one position in particular dominates.

Josh Edwards – CBS Sports

Justin Jefferson WR – LSU

"“It’s time for another addition of mock draft roundup and takeaways, so let’s take a look at who the Green Bay Packers are selecting in some recent drafts.”"

Takeaway: In the final scouting report from Kyle Crabbs of The Draft Network, he summarized Justin Jefferson as, a receiver who may not be a No. 1 but he will be a “deadly” No. 2 option for any quarterback. And considering that the Green Bay Packers already have a certified No. 1 receiver in Davante Adams, Jefferson could be a perfect fit.

In 2019 Jefferson would put on a show as he totaled over 1,500 receiving yards at nearly 14 yards per catch with 18 touchdowns. This includes a performance against Oklahoma in the College Football Playoffs where he had 227 yards and four touchdowns.

Daniel Jeremiah – NFL.com

Laviska Shenault Jr. WR – Colorado

"“The Packers don’t pick WRs in the first round, but Shenault is more than just a receiver. He can line up in the backfield and move around the formation to create mismatches in Green Bay’s favor.”"

Takeaway: Laviska Sheanault can truly do it all. Just get him the ball and let him go to work. His versatility could be a true weapon under Matt LaFleur and he will give this Green Bay Packers’ offense an aspect that they just didn’t have in 2019.

Tyler Roman – NBC Sports

K.J. Hamler WR – Penn State

"“The Packers really need another wide receiver to go with Davante Adams and help ease pressure off of Aaron Rodgers as he enters the twilight of his career.Enter K.J. Hamler. He is a do-everything playmaker that NFL teams crave today. Hamler is a lightning-quick route runner who separates with ease from defensive backs. He can have a Tyreek Hill impact for his new team.”"

Takeaway: K.J. Hamler was incredibly dynamic during his time at Penn State and during the last two seasons he’s totaled nearly 1,700 receiving yards – including almost 1,000 in 2019 – at 16.9 yards per catch with 13 touchdowns. It’s also worth noting that he’s been very good as a return man.

However, when discussing Hamler, his size comes into question. At just 5’9″ and 176 pounds, it’s fair to wonder how durable he will be at the NFL level and if he can be as effective against more physical players.

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Carter Donnick – The Draft Network

Jalen Reagor WR – TCU

"“After watching Raheem Mostert run rampant in the NFC Championship, the top priority for Green Bay should be to address the LB position. Unfortunately, no player at the position is worth a choice here. Oklahoma’s Kenneth Murray might be the only potential option, but his struggles in coverage even make him a questionable pick at 30.Therefore I opted for Reagor, a strong speedster who can help provide Aaron Rodgers with a much-needed second option next to Davante Adams.”"

Takeaway: Much like the rest of this group, Jalen Reagor is a playmaker and would give Aaron Rodgers a true deep threat option. Which is something that has been sorely lacking, especially with the step back that Marquez Valdes-Scantling took this season.

During his 39 games at TCU, Reagor would total over 2,200 receiving yards at 15.2 yards per catch with 22 touchdowns, and also had 35 rushing attempts as well. With Davante Adams on one side, Reagor should have plenty of one-on-one opportunities that he can take advantage of downfield.

Mel Kiper Jr. – ESPN

K.J. Hamler WR – Penn State

"“When Green Bay had two first-round picks a year ago, I thought surely it would use one on a receiver to help out Aaron Rodgers, who has had Davante Adams and a bunch of late-round picks for the past few seasons.But no, the Packers went defense on Day 1. And while their defense was improved, the dearth of talent behind Adams reared its head again, as the No. 2 non-running back pass-catcher was former undrafted wideout Allen Lazard.What does Rodgers have to do to get some help? Hamler, who at 5-foot-9 reminds me a little bit of Marquise Brown, is electric with the ball in his hands. He could rise even more after he works out at the combine. Offensive tackle could be another potential target for Green Bay.”"

Takeaway: Hamler has already appeared in this article and I’ve given my thoughts. So here is another clip of him wreaking havoc. This time as a return man.

There is still a long ways to go between now and draft night in April, however, it’s quite evident that the football world picked up on Green Bay’s lack of talent and depth at the receiver position.

The good news for the Packers is that this draft class is incredibly deep at the receiver position, so much so, that even if they draft another position at pick 30, they will still likely get some top talent in round-two. But as the draft process unfolds, we will see if things play out that way.