In this next installment of our 2011 Draft Prep series looking at the Green Bay Packers’ needs by position, we are going to analyze how the outside linebacker position currently stands. Strengths, weaknesses, depth, and uncertainties will all be examined to determine the urgency of need in regards to next season.
Packers 2011 NFL Draft
2011 Draft Prep: Green Bay Packers Needs by Position – Defensive Line
In this next installment of our 2011 Draft Prep series looking at the Green Bay Packers’ needs by position, we are going to analyze how the defensive line currently stands. Strengths, weaknesses, depth, and uncertainties will all be examined to determine the urgency of need in regards to next season.
According to Hobbes: Packers Offseason Primer on the NFL Combine: Outside Linebackers
This article will use previous drafting data by Ted Thompson to determine which players fit into the Packers scheme for 3-4 outside linebackers.
Packers Prospect Profile — DE J. J. Watt, University of Wisconsin
On the field, the Packers would love to have Watt’s tenacity, hustle and athleticism at the defensive end spot. Picture Watt, BJ Raji and Mike Neal as the starting DL a few years down the road. I have no problem saying that would probably be the best DL group in the NFL.
Packers Prospect Profile — CB Brandon Burton, University of Utah
Burton stood out as a starter the last two seasons for Utah, making the All Mountain West second team in 2010. He’s skipping his senior season to enter the NFL and projects as a CB with a ton of raw talent that needs refinement though additional coaching.