2026 NFL Draft Film Study: Nose Tackle Fits and Wide Receiver Options for Green Bay
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In this episode of the Packernet Podcast, host Ryan Schlipp dives into the Green Bay Packers' potential second-round draft strategy, focusing on defensive tackle and wide receiver needs. He evaluates several top prospects, emphasizing the importance of a nose tackle who can draw double teams, hold ground, and dominate one-on-one matchups—highlighting Lee Hunter of Texas Tech as his top fit. While he praises Caleb Banks and Dominique Orange for their power, he critiques Kristen Miller's over-aggressive style as incompatible with the desired role. On the wide receiver side, Schlipp weighs options like Chris Bell, Chris Brazell, and Ted Hurst, ultimately favoring Hurst as a high-upside, under-the-radar third-round prospect despite concerns about his size and durability. He expresses skepticism about using a second-round pick on a receiver, preferring to address other needs, but acknowledges the possibility of a 'two-Watson' strategy. The episode concludes with a reflective tone on the draft process, including doubts about hosting a live draft stream due to perceived low interest.
Lee Hunter of Texas Tech is the ideal nose tackle fit for the Packers, excelling at drawing double teams, holding ground, and dominating one-on-one matchups.
The Packers should prioritize a run-stuffing, power-based defensive tackle over flashy pass rushers, even if it means passing on higher-upside players.
Ted Hurst of Georgia State is a high-value, under-the-radar wide receiver prospect with elite route running and body control, potentially a third-round steal.
Using a second-round pick on a wide receiver is a significant risk; the value is better spent elsewhere unless a clear 'two-Watson' fit emerges.
The Packers’ draft strategy should balance immediate need with long-term value, especially when considering positional scarcity and player development potential.
Defensive Tackle Evaluation: The Nose Tackle Blueprint
“If you're given a one-on-one and this kind of ties in with the other ones, especially drawing double teams, the only way you're going to draw double teams is if when we give you a one-on-one, you make somebody pay.”
Kristen Miller and the Georgia Problem
Schlipp critiques Kristen Miller’s aggressive, juke-heavy style as incompatible with the Packers' desired nose tackle role. He compares him to Kenny Clark but argues his technique needs refinement to fit a more disciplined, power-based system.
Lee Hunter: The Ideal Fit and the Value Dilemma
“The dilemma that I was talking about, that is Daryl Jackson, and it's not specifically Daryl Jackson, but it kind of just becomes this. Now in fantasy football... you draft based on value over replacement.”
Wide Receiver Options: From Big Bodies to Hidden Gems
“Ted Hurst might be my favorite. He's thin. He's a thin-framed tall guy. which might scare the Packers a little bit because of the durability issues and whatnot. But he just feels like such a clean prospect.”
Draft Stream Reflection and Final Thoughts
Schlipp reflects on the effort required for a live draft stream, questioning whether the audience interest justifies the workload. He concludes with a sense of cautious optimism about the draft process and the importance of strategic decision-making.
“If you're given a one-on-one and this kind of ties in with the other ones, especially drawing double teams, the only way you're going to draw double teams is if when we give you a one-on-one, you make somebody pay.”
“I don't want to strictly say positional value, but when you look at, I think what you're asking this person to do. And I watched several other defensive tackles. I watched Rayshon Benny and all the guys that I listed. And none of them are as good as Lee Hunter. They're not.”
“Ted Hurst might be my favorite. He's thin. He's a thin-framed tall guy. which might scare the Packers a little bit because of the durability issues and whatnot. But he just feels like such a clean prospect.”
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Caleb Banks
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Chris Brazell
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