Another Green Bay Packers draft class is in the books, and it was an unusual one in many ways.
The Packers finally shattered their first-round wide receiver drought before doubling down at the position on Day 2. After going all offense in the opening three rounds, Green Bay hit the defensive line hard later on.
Despite the uncertainty over Jaire Alexander’s future, the Packers again avoided the cornerback position until late on Day 3, following a pattern from the previous two draft classes.
Brian Gutekunst didn’t trade, a rarity, and failed to acquire more picks, which he openly admitted was his game plan. Instead, the Packers stuck in their initial positions, gave Jordan Love more pass-catchers, and bolstered the depth at key defensive positions.
Handing out grades for every Packers selection in the 2025 NFL Draft
WR Matthew Golden: A
It’s the pick everyone was waiting for. The Packers finally found Jordan Love another target, and they gifted him the first-round wide receiver Aaron Rodgers always wanted.
There’s so much to love about Matthew Golden’s game. The obvious is his 4.29 speed, allowing him to punish defenses deep. Matt LaFleur’s offense has a need for speed, and Golden’s arrival will help fill the void left by Christian Watson, who could miss significant time this season. He could even replace Watson after this year.
But Golden offers so much more than that. He is a polished route-runner and can line up across the formation. LaFleur will get the ball in his hands, and Golden could quickly become Love’s best friend. He could make a similar impact to Jayden Reed in his rookie season and lead the team in receiving yards.
Bold prediction: Matthew Golden leads the Packers in receiving as a rookie
OL Anthony Belton: B
Tackle was an under-the-radar need for the Packers entering draft weekend. Zach Tom will likely sign a massive extension, but Rasheed Walker and Sean Rhyan are free agents at the end of the season.
NC State’s Anthony Belton could replace either player in 2026. The Packers don’t care about consensus boards and won’t mind this pick being called a reach.
Belton offers a different skill set to offensive linemen the Packers typically target, showing a slight shift in their offensive philosophy. They tend to prefer lighter linemen who specialize in pass protection. Belton is a strong run defender and will make life easier for Josh Jacobs. It’s unclear where he will play, but there’s a good chance Belton will soon find a home in Rhyan’s spot at right guard.
Bold prediction: Anthony Belton replaces Sean Rhyan at right guard before the end of 2025
WR Savion Williams: B+
Savion Williams is a fascinating pick. Is he a slot receiver? A running back? Can he play the Tyler Ervin role in LaFleur’s offense? Yes to all of the above. Williams is 6-foot-4, 225 pounds, and breaks tackles for fun. He needed a creative play-caller to get the best out of him, and LaFleur is the perfect coach to do that.
LaFleur will find ways to get the ball into the hands of his third-round pick, and Williams will make life miserable for tacklers. He scored 12 all-purpose touchdowns in his final season at TCU, and he could quickly become a go-to weapon in the red zone.
Bold prediction: Savion Williams has more total touchdowns than Jayden Reed
Edge Barryn Sorrell: A
Barryn Sorrell instantly won over Packers fans with his emotional entrance. We already love him, and so will Jeff Hafley. Green Bay desperately needed more pass-rush options, and the team can’t bank on Lukas Van Ness generating consistent pressure.
Sorrell knows how to take down quarterbacks. Per Pro Football Focus, he generated 49 pressures to go with six sacks at Texas last season. He may begin as a backup but could quickly force his way into the starting lineup.
Bold prediction: Barryn Sorrell replaces Lukas Van Ness as a starter before the end of 2025
LB/DE Collin Oliver: B
Collin Oliver is an underrated pick because he missed most of last season due to injury. He adds athleticism and speed to the Packers’ defense with the ability to play multiple positions. It’s unclear exactly how Hafley will use him, but make no mistake: Oliver knows how to rush the passer.
Pro Football Focus credited him with an impressive 134 pressures and 23 sacks in four seasons. According to Wendell Ferreira of A to Z Sports, Oliver had a pass-rush win rate of 31.8 percent, which is incredible. Even if he begins his NFL career as a designated pass-rusher, Oliver has a chance to outperform Kingsley Enagbare, who has never had more than 4.5 sacks in a season.
Bold prediction: Collin Oliver has more sacks than Kingsley Enagbare in 2025
DL Warren Brinson: B
The Packers love drafting Georgia Bulldogs, and Warren Brinson has a chance to play right away. He is an excellent run-stopper, which gives him the opportunity to replace T.J. Slaton as the nose tackle. Kenny Clark is the favorite to take that spot, but if Brinson can prove himself, the Packers can shift Clark back into a position that allows him to make more plays. Brinson could be the ideal Slaton replacement.
Bold prediction: Warren Brinson becomes T.J. Slaton’s long-term replacement at nose tackle
CB Micah Robinson: C+
There’s a clear path to the CB4 spot on the Packers’ roster, assuming Jaire Alexander is gone. Robinson ran a 4.38-second 40-yard dash and knows how to get his hands on the ball, having intercepted two passes (with a pick-six) last season for Tulane. He is a player to watch this summer.
Bold prediction: Micah Robinson becomes CB4 before the end of his rookie season
OL John Williams: C
John Williams is a classic Packers Day 3 pick. He is a college tackle who will likely move inside at the pro level. Green Bay has competition for roster spots, and like many before him, Williams may miss the initial 53-man roster but earn a practice-squad spot before being called on during the season.
Bold prediction: John Williams doesn’t make the 53-man roster but plays snaps in 2025
