Green Bay Packers select Jager Burton 153rd overall in NFL Draft

12 articles · Updated · SideLion Report · Apr 25

The Packers picked center Jager Burton in the fifth round, just four spots ahead of the Detroit Lions, who were also targeting a center.
Burton, noted for his elite athleticism and seventh-best RAS among 676 centers since 1987, bolsters Green Bay's depth amid Sean Rhyan's injury concerns.
Detroit, having signed Cade Mays and Juice Scruggs, missed out on Burton but strengthened other positions, including right tackle and cornerback, while Green Bay adds a versatile lineman with extensive SEC experience.

What key weaknesses must Burton overcome to become a reliable NFL starter?

Can Burton's elite athleticism fix Green Bay's documented run-blocking struggles?

Will trading a receiver for the pick to draft Burton prove to be a winning move?

Was drafting Jager Burton, a player with mixed expert reviews, a reach or a steal?

Why did a lineman with a 9.88 athletic score fall to the fifth round?