Let’s break down the draft for the event hosts.
First of all, full credit must go to the city of Green Bay and the Packers organisation for the outstanding job they did in hosting the 2025 NFL Draft.
The atmosphere, particularly during the first round, was electric and the event looked fantastic on television. For a small market, they exceeded all expectations.
Let us now take a closer look at the Packers’ draft picks.
#23: Matthew Golden, wide receiver, Texas
The pop from the crowd when Packers president Mark Murphy announced Golden was possibly one of the loudest I have heard at Lambeau Field!
The Packers selected a receiver in the first round for the first time in 23 years and at pick 23, it looks like a true steal.
Golden brings game-changing speed, sharp route running and excellent hands. With Jordan Love’s huge arm, Golden’s perimeter speed should see him start early in 2025.
#54: Anthony Belton, offensive lineman, North Carolina State
To be critical, Anthony Belton feels like a reach at pick 54.
Belton possesses good size and has the traits of an NFL offensive lineman. However, he will likely begin his career as a swing tackle who does not see much of the field in his rookie year.
Given Green Bay’s strong track record of developing such players, this may be a selection worth revisiting in a few years.
#87: Savion Williams, wide receiver, Texas Christian University
This pick came as a genuine surprise. Few anticipated the Packers would take two wide receivers by the end of Day 2 but I absolutely love this move.
Williams’ film is so fun to watch. While he remains an unpolished route runner, his physical gifts suggest starting-calibre potential.
Initially, he will likely be deployed as a gadget player, but it would not be a shock if he ends up producing some highlight reel catches and runs.
#124: Barryn Sorrell, defensive end, Texas
Many expected Green Bay to address the defensive line earlier than this. However, the depth of this draft class allowed them to be patient.
Sorrell was the perfect target on Day 3. He sat in the green room the entire time and NFL commissioner Roger Goodell personally announced his name after convincing him to stay.
Sorrell received a huge ovation from Packers fans and later became emotional when discussing his family’s sacrifices. He just feels like a Packer.
On the field, Sorrell offers everything the team values in its edge rushers: relentless effort and raw power. He will likely be a rotational player as a rookie, but his ceiling is significant.
#159: Collin Oliver, defensive end/outside linebacker, Oklahoma State
Oliver has played both defensive end and outside linebacker at Oklahoma State, so how the Packers deploy him remains to be seen.
He boasts outstanding speed and could find immediate work in passing-down packages while he develops into a more complete player.
#198: Warren Brinson, defensive tackle, Georgia
It would not feel like a Green Bay Packers draft without selecting a Georgia defender!
Brinson offers excellent athletic traits and comes from a program known for producing quality NFL defenders. He will likely compete for a spot in the defensive line rotation as he develops.
#237: Micah Robinson, cornerback, Tulane
It was surprising to see the Packers wait until so late to select a cornerback.
This could indicate that Jaire Alexander may remain with the team. While most signs pointed to an offseason departure, the timing of this pick suggests otherwise.
Robinson faces a difficult path to meaningful snaps in year one due to the depth in the defensive back rooms and may primarily contribute on special teams.
#250: John Williams, interior offensive lineman, Cincinnati
Williams’ tape highlights his quickness off the line of scrimmage, which undoubtedly appealed to Green Bay.
Making the 53-man roster will be a challenge for Williams, but the Packers have a history of taking late-round offensive linemen and developing them into contributors. Williams will get his opportunity in training camp.
