Green Bay Packers make six draft picks in smallest class under Brian Gutekunst

14 articles · Updated · AtoZ Sports · Apr 26

The Packers’ 2026 draft class includes only six players, with no wide receivers or pass-catchers selected and just one offensive addition, center/guard Jager Burton.
Contract extensions are now a focus for wide receiver Christian Watson and tight end Tucker Kraft, while defensive tackle Devonte Wyatt’s future is uncertain due to age and performance concerns.
After signing Javon Hargrave, Benjamin St-Juste, and Skyy Moore in free agency and trading for Zaire Franklin, the Packers are expected to make only minor roster moves before the regular season.

Does this tiny draft class signal a permanent shift in the Packers' teambuilding philosophy?

Is the Packers' offense just one injury away from collapse after drafting only one lineman?

Can a new coordinator and four rookies fix a defense that just lost its star pass rushers?

Why use a valuable draft pick on a kicker when a veteran is already on the roster?

Can a Super Bowl contender truly fix major roster holes with only undrafted free agents?

Is running back MarShawn Lloyd now poised for a breakout year after the Packers drafted zero competition?