A notable development: the Packers missed out on LSU quarterback Garrett Nussmeier, who slid to the final pick of the draft before landing with the Kansas City Chiefs. Packers’ reports indicated they considered Nussmeier as an undrafted free agent after the draft, but instead signed Virginia Tech signal-caller Kyron Drones. Drones becomes a developmental project behind Love, with potential long-term upside given Matt LaFleur’s history of developing quarterbacks.
Looking ahead, Green Bay could still explore the quarterback trade market. Speculation tied the team to Anthony Richardson, suggesting a possible avenue if Indianapolis moves him and the Packers are willing to part with draft capital. Analysts have floated a conditional 2027 fifth-round pick as a plausible trade asset, with Richardson viewed as a potential long-term answer who could compete in camp and possibly in-season. The report notes that Green Bay’s draft capital has been affected by prior trades, but a move for a quarterback like Richardson remains in consideration as the team evaluates its QB depth and future development plans.
Key takeaways:
– Packers strengthen defense in 2026 draft; no QB added to replace Malik Willis.
– Garrett Nussmeier’s late-round fall left Green Bay hopeful as an undrafted free agent, but Kyron Drones was signed instead.
– Ongoing QB considerations include potential trades (e.g., Anthony Richardson) if favorable opportunities arise, balancing cap and draft capital.
