The Official 2020 NFL Draft Thread

Hunter Henry would be perfect! Or draft a TE.

 

I'm thinking the Packers might best utilize FA for the TE position. It's typically cheaper signing a TE via free agency rather than LB or WR.

Then they could draft Blake Martinez's replacement ILB Kenneth Murray if he's there at #30 and go with a WR in the 2nd round (this year's draft is stacked with WR talent).

 

If Everson Griffen is cut, he needs to make sure he wears purple for the rest of his career if you know what I mean...... *inserts wink face*

 

The 9ers, surprisingly, need a lot of things. If Jimmy doesn't work this off season to improve greatly, then it might be time to look for another QB next off-season; preferably one who is mobile, since that's the direction this league seems to be going. I wouldn't mind seeing him work out with Kurt Warner.

Beyond that, they need to figure out what they are going to do with Sanders and Armstead. I say keep Armstead, and see if Sanders will re-sign for ultra cheap, which might be a pipe dream. But he's still got game left in him, so I would like to keep him.

They need a LT to replace Staley; especially if he retires before the draft. They need a backup to Sherman, who isn't getting any younger, and Witherspoon is a huge question mark (I think he's just not gonna cut it at the pro-level, which would be a huge disappointment, but I'm willing to give him one more season to see what we got).

Kittle has a torn labrum that he needs to get fixed but probably won't. If it were up to me, I'd insist he get it fixed ASAP. And then sign that man to a huge contract and lock him up in SF.

Our RB corp is fine.

WR is fine, but we need to cut bait with Pettis unless he magically learns how to catch a ball, and Taylor as well unless he can get fully healthy....he's a dangerous 3rd Down option when healthy. I'm also really eager to see what Jalen Hurd can do in Kyle's offense.

Solomon Thomas was a bust that I saw coming a mile away before we drafted him, and surely enough he's been nothing but a massive disappointment since he got here. Cut him, or trade him and let some other poor schmuck try their luck with him. I'm not too concerned with his replacement; our D-line is stacked. But perhaps a draft pick at Nose Tackle? That was a weakness of ours once DJ Jones went down (I REALLY like that dude).

That's all I got off the top of my head right now.

Oh, and preferably a coach who doesn't choke away Superbowls, but I have a feeling those coaches are few and far in between.

 

Yeah, the could into the draft for a TE.

I thinking these are the areas of need for our Packers:

ILB (I think they will not re-sign Blake Martinez and find a replacement with better coverage ability)
DT (Need a bruiser here to help against the run game)
WR (Speedy playmaker who can stretch the field)
TE (one who can preferably run block and catch)

They will explore options for these positions via roster cuts, free agency, draft, and trades. It's going to be interesting seeing how they make it all fall into place this season.

 

Re-signing Armstead (their sack leader for 2019 season) and Sanders (brought another dimension to their offense) will be huge for them.

Kittle is going to ask for the brinks truck (big time $$$). He will probably reset the market for high-end TE.

 

Before the 2019 Season, Armstead was NOT looking like a 1st Round pick. I'm sincerely glad that Saleh's scheme finally fits him.

And give George whatever he wants. Hell, if he wants a gold throne, I say give it to him. There's no way you short-change a guy like that, and DEFINITELY don't let him walk. He's by far the best TE in the league.

 

@Jade Falcon , if Sanders doesn't re-sign with you guys, I'd gladly take him for the Ravens. Hollywood Brown is a stud but he isn't enough. Under NO circumstances should Willie Snead be our #2.

 

The strength of their D is the Defensive Line: Armstead, Bosa, and Buckner. Keep them together and you will be set in the defensive trenches for years to come.

Kittle is expected to sign in the $12M to $15M range. That's huge and I expect him to keep on playing at a high level as a fantastic run blocker and receiver.

 

I'm hoping we can resign him. Our WR Corp immediately improved with him, not just with his receiving threat, but with his mentoring the young and rookie WRs too. He's invaluable no matter where he goes.

Agreed about that D-line, and there are a few players who can rotate at DT/DE as well, all of whom, with the exception of Thomas, played very well. They all got hurt though; I don't have the roster in front of me at the moment. (Blair and Jones were two of them; I think Taylor was another).

I've heard Kittle going as high as $18M. It will be interesting to see what he bites at when his offer comes up.

 

I think the packers need one more legit weapon on offense doesn't need to be as good as Adams but good and have to build up depth for their lines. I think getting a nose tackle like you mentioned would be a good play. Also think they really need to consider finding Rodgers replacement Im not sure he’s aging gracefully.

 

NO, he's not aging gracefully. I was utterly shocked at how bad the Packers played against the 9ers this season; I expected far better out of Rodgers.

 

Yeah the first matchup (on SNF), fine. But the second matchup? In the playoffs and your defense gets bitch slapped against the run like that? Embarrassing. But as far as the Pack's offense is concerned, it wasn't all that impressive this season. I know folks don't like SAS here (I do though), but he's right. How the hell does Matt LaFLEEEUURR get a HC job when his offense with the Titans was meh at best?

 

@TorturedBlazerFan , here are some ideas from other sites and fans to improve Packers via free agency, trade, and/or draft:

Green Bay Packers: 3 Defensive Linemen to Target in Free Agency
Green Bay Packers: 5 Options To Replace Jimmy Graham
Wednesday Walkthroughs: Which outside free agent do you want the Packers to sign?
Projecting potential Packers offseason scenarios
Packers: Marcedes Lewis can still have important role in 2020
Making the case for and against the Packers re-signing TE Marcedes Lewis
Packers 2020 Free Agents: Marcedes Lewis hopes to return, Robert Tonyan hits ERFA
Green Bay Packers Trade Target: TE David Njoku
Packers have the resources to move up early in 2020 NFL Draft
Green Bay Packers Should Find a Trade Partner for Lane Taylor

 

I saw a rumor today, didn't click on the link though, that the 9ers are going to trade for Stefon Diggs at the Draft. That would be interesting.

 

How can y’all afford him?

 

I hope griffin is cut and the Pack get him.

 

Griffen opted out of his contract today

 

I'm just telling you what I saw. Like I said, I didn't click on the link. And as for money, not sure what he's worth.....is he still on a rookie contract?