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With the 2025 NFL Draft finalized, it is time to grade every Green Bay Packers pick and evaluate their overall class. There were surprises — like no defensive players taken until Day 3 and only one cornerback drafted — but it feels like a strong group with a chance to contribute from Day 1.
It is important to remember that a draft class can only be graded at least two years after the draft. The grades in this article reflect positional value, consensus rankings, and expected immediate impact. It is fascinating how much these evaluations could shift in just a few years.
Without further delay, let's get to the grades:
Matthew Golden of Texas dons a Packers hat after being selected 23rd overall by Green Bay in the first round of the 2025 NFL Draft.© Mark Hoffman / Milwaukee Journal Sentinel / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images
Round 1, Pick 23: WR Matthew Golden, Texas (A-)
Green Bay has the flexibility to use Matthew Golden in many ways. Brian Gutekunst sees him as having some of the draft’s top hands, and his speed brings an added dimension to the offense that can enhance the play-action game and open up space for underneath concepts. Golden will battle for a starting spot within the receiver group, but until Christian Watson returns, he will likely serve as the team’s primary deep-threat option. With him ranked 24th on the consensus board, the Packers managed to get good value with this pick.
Round 2, Pick 54: OT Anthony Belton, North Carolina State (D)
Belton was ranked 91st on A to Z Sports' expected draft board and 97th on the consensus big board. The Packers reached for him, as he likely would have been available at pick 87. Green Bay believes Belton can contribute both on the edge and along the interior of the offensive line. Given the team’s track record in developing offensive linemen, it is fair to give Brian Gutekunst the benefit of the doubt. However, there were better ways to maximize value.
Round 3, Pick 87: WR Savion Williams, TCU (C+)
Williams was an intriguing pick. He is a wide receiver who has also taken snaps in the backfield. Matt LaFleur, one of the best offensive minds in the game, will likely find ways to maximize his potential. The Packers got him in a favorable spot, but other receivers, like Elic Ayomanor and Tory Horton, might have been a better fit for Green Bay's scheme. Still, how the Packers develop Williams and utilize his skill set will be an interesting story.
Round 4, Pick 124: DE Barryn Sorrell, Texas (B+)
At 22 years old and standing 6-3, 256 pounds, Sorrell posted 11 tackles for loss and 6.0 sacks last season. He led Texas in 2024 with 49 pressures and 11 quarterback hits and accumulated 15.5 career sacks. It was a solid pick by Brian Gutekunst, adding depth to the rotation with pass-rush potential.
Round 5, Pick 159: DE Collin Oliver, Oklahoma State (B)
Oliver recorded 134 pressures over four seasons at Oklahoma State, never posting a pass rush grade below 76.2. He registered a 31.8% pass rush win rate in 2024, although that came on just 46 pass rush snaps. Limited to only two games last season due to a left foot injury, Oliver has since recovered and should participate in off-season activities. He could play a hybrid edge/off-ball linebacker, and Jeff Hafley should deploy exotic looks to get him involved.
Round 6, Pick 198: DT Warren Brinson, Georgia (C-)
Brinson is a good athlete with a 78.0 run defense grade over the last two years at Georgia. Although he had limited opportunities due to the Bulldogs’ rotational approach, he can contribute in Green Bay as a situational run-stopper, particularly in short-yardage situations.
Round 7, Pick 237: CB Micah Robinson, Tulane (D-)
Robinson measured in at 5-11, 183 pounds, and ran a 4.42 40-yard dash. A boundary corner with some experience in the box, he allowed a completion rate of 47% and 11.5 yards per catch in 2024, along with two interceptions and four pass breakups. Despite having shorter arms, his speed compensates for it. Robinson likely would have been an undrafted free agent, but with the Packers needing depth in the secondary, they decided to pull the trigger on him.
Round 7, Pick 250: OG John Williams, Cincinnati (B)
John Williams played 1,756 snaps at left tackle in college, but the Packers have listed him as a guard. Over the past two years at Cincinnati, he allowed just three sacks in 874 pass-blocking snaps, earning a 99.8 pass-blocking efficiency grade. He did not give up any sacks on 251 pass-blocking snaps on true pass sets. Williams now has the opportunity to compete for a backup role while offering the flexibility to slide outside if needed.
Overall class grade: (B-)
Brian Gutekunst found strong value on Day 3 of the draft, but the approach on Day 2, especially in the second round, could have been sharper. That said, this talented group will have plenty of opportunities to showcase their skills in training camp and potentially earn starting roles.
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It is important to remember that a draft class can only be graded at least two years after the draft. The grades in this article reflect positional value, consensus rankings, and expected immediate impact. It is fascinating how much these evaluations could shift in just a few years.
Without further delay, let's get to the grades:
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Matthew Golden of Texas dons a Packers hat after being selected 23rd overall by Green Bay in the first round of the 2025 NFL Draft.© Mark Hoffman / Milwaukee Journal Sentinel / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images
Round 1, Pick 23: WR Matthew Golden, Texas (A-)
Green Bay has the flexibility to use Matthew Golden in many ways. Brian Gutekunst sees him as having some of the draft’s top hands, and his speed brings an added dimension to the offense that can enhance the play-action game and open up space for underneath concepts. Golden will battle for a starting spot within the receiver group, but until Christian Watson returns, he will likely serve as the team’s primary deep-threat option. With him ranked 24th on the consensus board, the Packers managed to get good value with this pick.
Round 2, Pick 54: OT Anthony Belton, North Carolina State (D)
Belton was ranked 91st on A to Z Sports' expected draft board and 97th on the consensus big board. The Packers reached for him, as he likely would have been available at pick 87. Green Bay believes Belton can contribute both on the edge and along the interior of the offensive line. Given the team’s track record in developing offensive linemen, it is fair to give Brian Gutekunst the benefit of the doubt. However, there were better ways to maximize value.
Round 3, Pick 87: WR Savion Williams, TCU (C+)
Williams was an intriguing pick. He is a wide receiver who has also taken snaps in the backfield. Matt LaFleur, one of the best offensive minds in the game, will likely find ways to maximize his potential. The Packers got him in a favorable spot, but other receivers, like Elic Ayomanor and Tory Horton, might have been a better fit for Green Bay's scheme. Still, how the Packers develop Williams and utilize his skill set will be an interesting story.
Round 4, Pick 124: DE Barryn Sorrell, Texas (B+)
At 22 years old and standing 6-3, 256 pounds, Sorrell posted 11 tackles for loss and 6.0 sacks last season. He led Texas in 2024 with 49 pressures and 11 quarterback hits and accumulated 15.5 career sacks. It was a solid pick by Brian Gutekunst, adding depth to the rotation with pass-rush potential.
Round 5, Pick 159: DE Collin Oliver, Oklahoma State (B)
Oliver recorded 134 pressures over four seasons at Oklahoma State, never posting a pass rush grade below 76.2. He registered a 31.8% pass rush win rate in 2024, although that came on just 46 pass rush snaps. Limited to only two games last season due to a left foot injury, Oliver has since recovered and should participate in off-season activities. He could play a hybrid edge/off-ball linebacker, and Jeff Hafley should deploy exotic looks to get him involved.
Round 6, Pick 198: DT Warren Brinson, Georgia (C-)
Brinson is a good athlete with a 78.0 run defense grade over the last two years at Georgia. Although he had limited opportunities due to the Bulldogs’ rotational approach, he can contribute in Green Bay as a situational run-stopper, particularly in short-yardage situations.
Round 7, Pick 237: CB Micah Robinson, Tulane (D-)
Robinson measured in at 5-11, 183 pounds, and ran a 4.42 40-yard dash. A boundary corner with some experience in the box, he allowed a completion rate of 47% and 11.5 yards per catch in 2024, along with two interceptions and four pass breakups. Despite having shorter arms, his speed compensates for it. Robinson likely would have been an undrafted free agent, but with the Packers needing depth in the secondary, they decided to pull the trigger on him.
Round 7, Pick 250: OG John Williams, Cincinnati (B)
John Williams played 1,756 snaps at left tackle in college, but the Packers have listed him as a guard. Over the past two years at Cincinnati, he allowed just three sacks in 874 pass-blocking snaps, earning a 99.8 pass-blocking efficiency grade. He did not give up any sacks on 251 pass-blocking snaps on true pass sets. Williams now has the opportunity to compete for a backup role while offering the flexibility to slide outside if needed.
Overall class grade: (B-)
Brian Gutekunst found strong value on Day 3 of the draft, but the approach on Day 2, especially in the second round, could have been sharper. That said, this talented group will have plenty of opportunities to showcase their skills in training camp and potentially earn starting roles.
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