Packers 2026 NFL Draft takeaways: How Brian Gutekunst filled biggest needs with his smallest class

This was a unique NFL Draft for Green Bay Packers general manager Brian Gutekunst, his ninth in charge, since he didn’t have a first-round pick for the first time and made only six selections, his fewest by two picks since he became becoming Green Bay’s GM in 2018.Even with limited resources, Gutekunst addressed the Packers’ most pressing areas of need with his first four picks by adding a cornerback, nose tackle, edge rusher and versatile interior offensive lineman. His selections may not have been flashy, but they made sense and will add a couple of players who might be able to contribute right away on a team hoping to be a legitimate Super Bowl contender.Advertisement