Green Bay Packers 2008 NFL Draft Review
(Sports Network) -2 - Jordy Nelson, WR, Kansas State (6-3, 217); 2 - Brian Brohm, QB, Louisville (6-3, 230); 2 - Patrick Lee, CB, Auburn (6-0, 200); 3 - Jermichael Finley, TE, Texas (6-5, 240); 4 - Jeremy Thompson, DE, Wake Forest (6-4, 264); 4 - Josh Sitton, G, UCF (6-3, 319); 5 - Breno Giacomini, T, Louisville (6-7, 303); 7 - Matt Flynn, QB, LSU (6-2, 231); 7 - Brett Swain, WR, San Diego State (6-0, 198) Analysis: The selection of Brohm in the second round (and Flynn in the seventh, for that matter) is a bit controversial given its potential effect on would-be starter Aaron Rodgers, but the Packers had to have a "Plan B" and Brohm represents a solid one. Nelson will join one of the league's deepest receiving corps and can also contribute in the return game. Lee is a potential heir apparent to either Al Harris or Charles Woodson. On the second day, Finley was a nice pick-up for a team that needed a replacement for Bubba Franks at tight end. Thompson is a little undersized, but could eventually replace Kabeer Gbaja-Biamila if he develops. The two offensive line picks may have been reaches, but will have time to mature. Bottom Line: Shored up several areas of the ball club with a prudent draft approach. Grade: B+
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