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Packers Prepare for 2025 Draft Amid Watson Injury

2/26/2025

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Gutekunst Prepares Draft

The Green Bay Packers, under GM Brian Gutekunst, are gearing up for the 2025 NFL Draft with seven valuable picks. Gutekunst is eyeing trades for dynamic edge rushers like Myles Garrett to bolster their pass rush. Meanwhile, the team faces a setback as WR Christian Watson will be sidelined at the season's start due to injury.

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Gutekunst Faces Alexander Decision

Green Bay Packers GM Brian Gutekunst is grappling with the uncertain future of cornerback Jaire Alexander, whose recurring injuries have limited him to just 34 games since 2021. With a hefty $24.9 million cap hit looming in 2025, the team faces a tough decision: restructure his contract, trade him, or let him go, all of which could shake up their cornerback lineup.

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Historical Context

The Green Bay Packers, founded in 1919, have a rich history in the NFL, winning 13 championships. Their 2025 draft strategy echoes past successes, like the 1970 selection of Mike McCoy, which marked the beginning of modern drafting for the team. Injuries, however, have historically challenged their roster depth.

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Gutekunst Prepares Draft

The Green Bay Packers, under GM Brian Gutekunst, are gearing up for the 2025 NFL Draft with seven valuable picks. Gutekunst is eyeing trades for dynamic edge rushers like Myles Garrett to bolster their pass rush. Meanwhile, the team faces a setback as WR Christian Watson will be sidelined at the season's start due to injury.

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