There has been so much talk about what positions Green Bay Packers GM Brian Gutekunst should prioritize early in the 2025 NFL Draft.
But which positions does the team have the most talent and depth so that they don’t need to address it early in the draft? Here is a look at the top four positions the Packers should not prioritize on the first two days of the draft this year.
Quarterback
Gutekunst has said he wants to return to the Ron Wolf approach of drafting developmental quarterbacks late in the draft on a frequent basis. In the past, the Packers selected players like Matt Hasselbeck, Aaron Brooks, and Mark Brunell who the team later traded for better draft picks.
He may do that again this year, but there is no need to select a quarterback early.
Jordan Love is the established starter with Malik Willis scheduled to be the backup. There have been rumors that the Packers could trade Willis if they get an outstanding offer, but even if that happens, it wouldn’t make sense to take a quarterback in the first three rounds of this year’s draft.
Safety
The Packers have talent and depth here. Xavier McKinney provided All Pro caliber play in his first year with the team.
He led the Packers with eight interceptions including five in the first five games.
Rookie Evan Williams stepped up and played well last season, especially down the stretch. He earned All-Rookie honors as a result of his strong play.
Fellow rookie Javon Bullard split time between the slot and safety but played better in the slot. Kitan Oladapo adds depth.
The Packers value versatility here so a player who can play both safety and the slot or corner is a definite possibility early in the draft.
But there is minimal need to add a player who can only play safety.
Running Back
The Packers are four deep at running back and don’t need to prioritize this position in the 2025 NFL Draft.
Josh Jacobs served as the team’s top running back and gained 1,329 yards in his first season with the team. He figures to serve a similar role next season.
Emanuel Wilson did a good job as the number two back. He gained 502 yards on 103 carries, a healthy 4.9-yard average.
Chris Brooks played well as the third back.
The Packers signed him early in the season when injuries struck, and he did a good job of pass blocking and run blocking while averaging 5.1-yards per carry on 36 attempts.
Last year, second round pick MarShawn Lloyd only played one game due to injuries.
He carried six times for 15 yards in that game but has yet to get a chance to show what he can contribute to the offense.
Both Gutekunst and head coach Matt LaFleur have been excited about Lloyd’s potential as a change of pace back due to his speed and cutback ability.
While the Packers could always take a flier on a running back in the very late rounds of the draft, it is clearly not a significant need right now.
Tight End
The Packers also have talent and depth at tight end.
Tucker Kraft has established himself as one of Love’s top targets. His best skill is running with the ball after the catch, and he often turns three yards passes into 10- or 12-yard gains.
If Luke Musgrave can stay healthy, he can help the Packers stretch the field from the tight end position. Last season, Musgrave was limited to just seven games due to injuries.
LaFleur would love to have the opportunity to utilize the combined skills of Kraft and Musgrave on the field at the same time in 2025.
Ben Sims gives the Packers a steady blocking third tight end and John FitzPatrick provides a big target and special teams depth.
The only thing that keeps tight end at the bottom of this list is Musgrave’s inability to stay healthy.
Overall, however, the Packers don’t have an urgent need right now at the tight end position.