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Packers 7-round 2021 NFL mock draft: Post Senior Bowl Edition

By Brian Sampson

ORLANDO, FL - JANUARY 01: Jalen Mayfield #73 of the Michigan Wolverines blocks during the Vrbo Citrus Bowl against the Alabama Crimson Tide at Camping World Stadium on January 1, 2020 in Orlando, Florida. Alabama defeated Michigan 35-16. (Photo by Joe Robbins/Getty Images)
ORLANDO, FL - JANUARY 01: Jalen Mayfield #73 of the Michigan Wolverines blocks during the Vrbo Citrus Bowl against the Alabama Crimson Tide at Camping World Stadium on January 1, 2020 in Orlando, Florida. Alabama defeated Michigan 35-16. (Photo by Joe Robbins/Getty Images) /
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BLACKSBURG, VA – OCTOBER 19: Defensive back Divine Deablo #17 of the Virginia Tech Hokies reacts following a defensive play against the North Carolina Tar Heels in the second half at Lane Stadium on October 19, 2019 in Blacksburg, Virginia. (Photo by Michael Shroyer/Getty Images)
BLACKSBURG, VA – OCTOBER 19: Defensive back Divine Deablo #17 of the Virginia Tech Hokies reacts following a defensive play against the North Carolina Tar Heels in the second half at Lane Stadium on October 19, 2019 in Blacksburg, Virginia. (Photo by Michael Shroyer/Getty Images) /

Packers Round 5 (172nd overall): Divine Deablo, S, Virginia Tech

Getting back to the secondary, Divine Deablo would be an intriguing selection for Green Bay in the fifth round. Deablo doesn’t have great athleticism and he struggles to recognize plays. However, he’s not afraid to play physical football, as he has good size for his position. The Packers could try him in a dime linebacker role similar to what they tried (and failed) to convert Oren Burks to.

Packers Round 5 (178th overall): LaBryan Ray, IDL, Alabama

We’ve gotten a bit defensive-heavy here in recent rounds, and for good reason. The Packers need another quality body or two up front on their defensive line and that’s where LaBryan Ray comes into the picture. Ray isn’t a pass-rushing defensive lineman, but is stout against the run and is disciplined with his gaps. He may not be flashy, but he’s the type of guy the Packers need to shore up their issues in the running game.

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