Pack-A-Day Podcast - Episode 2807 - Which Defensive Tackles Should the Packers Draft?!

In this episode of the Pack-A-Day Podcast, host Andy Herman dives into the 2026 NFL Draft's defensive tackle class, analyzing prospects who could fit the Green Bay Packers' needs in rounds two through four. He describes the draft class as a 'bizarro' one—lacking a clear top-tier defensive tackle but filled with talented players with significant red flags or positional compromises. Herman breaks down 11 key prospects, highlighting their strengths, weaknesses, and potential fit with the Packers' defensive scheme. Key players include Peter Woods, a high-upside but inconsistent pass rusher; Caden McDonald, a dominant run-stuffing nose tackle with elite tackling stats; Caleb Banks, a 6'6" physical freak with a foot injury; Christian Miller, a gritty, low-to-the-ground Georgia product with a strong work ethic; and Demonte Capehart, a mature, athletic late-round gem with explosive tape. Herman emphasizes that while no player is a perfect fit, the Packers should consider trading up for a player like Miller or McDonald, especially given their need to upgrade the interior defensive line. He also notes the importance of long-term development and rotational depth over immediate impact. Herman concludes with his draft board recommendations: targeting Christian Miller in the second round with a potential trade-up, considering Caden McDonald or Caleb Banks as strong second-round options, and looking to Demonte Capehart in the fourth or fifth round for a high-upside, low-cost addition. He stresses that the Packers must balance risk and upside in a draft where few players meet elite standards. The episode ends with a call for fan engagement and a reminder to support the podcast’s members and sponsors. Overall, the tone is cautiously optimistic, with a focus on strategic drafting and long-term planning in a weak but intriguing defensive tackle class.