The Green Bay Packers will select 52nd in the second round of the 2026 NFL draft. General manager Brian Gutekunst is considering various prospects based on team needs and draft strategy.
Key points
Packers will pick No. 52 in the second round of the 2026 NFL draft
General manager Brian Gutekunst may trade up or down
15 potential prospects identified for the Packers
Christen Miller from Georgia is among the top options
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After watching 32 players get picked during the first round on Thursday night, the Green Bay Packers will join the 2026 NFL draft during the second round on Friday. General manager Brian Gutekunst must still patiently wait until pick No. 52, barring a trade up the board in the second round. But the Packers will soon have their first player in the 2026 draft class.
Predicting which player Gutekunst will pick remains a difficult exercise, especially if the team is interested in trading up or down. But by digging deep into the team’s draft preferences, needs and player fits, a prospect list for the Packers in the second round can form.
The 15 most likely options for the Packers in the second round:
DL Christen Miller, Georgia
ATHENS, GEORGIA - SEPTEMBER 9: Christen Miller #52 of the Georgia Bulldogs reacts during the third quarter against the Ball State Cardinals at Sanford Stadium on September 9, 2023 in Athens, Georgia. (Photo by Todd Kirkland/Getty Images)
ATHENS, GEORGIA - SEPTEMBER 9: Christen Miller #52 of the Georgia Bulldogs reacts during the third quarter against the Ball State Cardinals at Sanford Stadium on September 9, 2023 in Athens, Georgia. (Photo by Todd Kirkland/Getty Images)
Height: 6-3
Weight: 321
Age: 21
RAS: N/A (not enough testing)
Consensus big board rank: 46
CB Brandon Cisse, South Carolina
Q&A
Who are the top prospects for the Packers in the 2026 NFL draft second round?
The article lists 15 likely options for the Packers, including defensive lineman Christen Miller from Georgia.
What pick will the Packers have in the second round of the 2026 NFL draft?
The Packers will have the 52nd pick in the second round of the 2026 NFL draft.
Is there a possibility for the Packers to trade up in the 2026 NFL draft?
Yes, general manager Brian Gutekunst may consider trading up or down during the draft.
What factors influence the Packers' draft choices for 2026?
The Packers' draft choices are influenced by team needs, player fits, and Gutekunst's draft preferences.
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COLUMBIA, MISSOURI - SEPTEMBER 20: Brandon Cisse #15 of the South Carolina Gamecocks tackles Marquis Johnson #2 of the Missouri Tigers at Faurot Field at Memorial Stadium on September 20, 2025 in Columbia, Missouri. (Photo by Jeff Le/Getty Images)
Height: 5-11
Weight: 189
Age: 20
RAS: 9.24
Consensus big board rank: 45
DL Lee Hunter, Texas Tech
Nov 29, 2025; Morgantown, West Virginia, USA; Texas Tech Red Raiders defensive tackle Lee Hunter (2) signals to the sideline during the second quarter against the West Virginia Mountaineers at Milan Puskar Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Ben Queen-Imagn Images
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Height: 6-3
Weight: 318
Age: 23
RAS: 4.12
Consensus big board rank: 55
Edge rusher Gabe Jacas, Illinois
CHAMPAIGN, ILLINOIS - AUGUST 29: Gabe Jacas #17 of the Illinois Fighting Illini in action against the Western Illinois Leathernecks during the first half at Memorial Stadium on August 29, 2025 in Champaign, Illinois. (Photo by Michael Reaves/Getty Images)
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Height: 6-3
Weight: 261
Age: 21
RAS: 9.59
Consensus big board rank: 54
RB Mike Washington Jr., Arkansas
AUSTIN, TEXAS - NOVEMBER 22: Mike Washington #4 of the Arkansas Razorbacks runs the ball for a touchdown against the Texas Longhorns during the first half at Darrell K Royal-Texas Memorial Stadium on November 22, 2025 in Austin, Texas. (Photo by Alex Slitz/Getty Images)
AUSTIN, TEXAS - NOVEMBER 22: Mike Washington #4 of the Arkansas Razorbacks runs the ball for a touchdown against the Texas Longhorns during the first half at Darrell K Royal-Texas Memorial Stadium on November 22, 2025 in Austin, Texas. (Photo by Alex Slitz/Getty Images)
Height: 6-1
Weight: 223
Age: 22
RAS: 9.88
Consensus big board rank: 64
Edge rusher Dani Dennis-Sutton, Penn State
STATE COLLEGE, PENNSYLVANIA - NOVEMBER 8: Dani Dennis-Sutton #33 of the Penn State Nittany Lions reacts after a sack during the fourth quarter against the Indiana Hoosiers at Beaver Stadium on November 8, 2025 in State College, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Isaiah Vazquez/Getty Images)
STATE COLLEGE, PENNSYLVANIA - NOVEMBER 8: Dani Dennis-Sutton #33 of the Penn State Nittany Lions reacts after a sack during the fourth quarter against the Indiana Hoosiers at Beaver Stadium on November 8, 2025 in State College, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Isaiah Vazquez/Getty Images)
Height: 6-5
Weight: 256
Age: 22
RAS: 9.96
Consensus big board rank: 70
DL Domonique Orange, Iowa State
Domonique Orange stands for a photo during Iowa State Football media day at Jack Trice Stadium in Ames, Friday, Aug. 2, 2024.
Domonique Orange stands for a photo during Iowa State Football media day at Jack Trice Stadium in Ames, Friday, Aug. 2, 2024.
Height: 6-3
Weight: 322
Age: 22
RAS: 7.84
Consensus big board rank: 68
CB Colton Hood, Tennessee
Sept. 27, 2025; Starkville, Mississippi; Tennessee Volunteers defensive back Colton Hood (8) scores a touchdown after an interception against the Mississippi State Bulldogs during the first half at Davis Wade Stadium at Scott Field.
Sept. 27, 2025; Starkville, Mississippi; Tennessee Volunteers defensive back Colton Hood (8) scores a touchdown after an interception against the Mississippi State Bulldogs during the first half at Davis Wade Stadium at Scott Field.
Height: 5-11
Weight: 193
Age: 21
RAS: 9.66
Consensus big board rank: 30
S A.J. Haulcy, LSU
Safety AJ Haulcy 13 interception as LSU Tigers take on the Texas A&M Aggies. October 25, 2025; Baton Rouge, Louisiana, USA; at Tiger Stadium. Saturday, Oct. 25, 2025.
Safety AJ Haulcy 13 interception as LSU Tigers take on the Texas A&M Aggies. October 25, 2025; Baton Rouge, Louisiana, USA; at Tiger Stadium. Saturday, Oct. 25, 2025.
Height: 6-0
Weight: 215
Age: 22
RAS: N/A (not enough testing)
Consensus big board rank: 58
WR Ted Hurst, Georgia State
Nov 1, 2024; East Hartford, Connecticut, USA; Georgia State Panthers wide receiver Ted Hurst (16) makes a touchdown catch against the Connecticut Huskies in the second quarter at Rentschler Field at Pratt & Whitney Stadium. Mandatory Credit: David Butler II-Imagn Images
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De'zhaun Stribling #1 of the Ole Miss Rebels makes a catch defended by Xavier Lucas #6 of the Miami Hurricanes in the third quarter during the 2025 College Football Playoff Semifinal at the VRBO Fiesta Bowl at State Farm Stadium on January 08, 2026 in Glendale, Arizona.
Height: 6-2
Weight: 207
Age: 23
RAS: 9.57
Consensus big board rank: 85
LB Jake Golday, Cincinnati
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Height: 6-5
Weight: 239
Age: 22
RAS: 9.85
Consensus big board rank: 60
CB Avieon Terrell, Clemson
Clemson Tigers cornerback Avieon Terrell (8) reacts to a pass interference call Saturday, Nov. 1, 2025, during the NCAA football game against the Duke Blue Devils at Memorial Stadium in Clemson, South Carolina.
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Height: 5-11
Weight: 184
Age: 21
RAS: 4.95
Consensus big board rank: 37
WR Germie Bernard, Alabama
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Height: 6-1
Weight: 206
Age: 22
RAS: 9.07
Consensus big board rank: 56
Edge rusher Zion Young, Missouri
Missouri Tigers defensive end Zion Young (9) looks on before a play against the Virginia Cavaliers in the first half at EverBank Stadium on Dec. 27, 2025 in Jacksonville, Florida.
Missouri Tigers defensive end Zion Young (9) looks on before a play against the Virginia Cavaliers in the first half at EverBank Stadium on Dec. 27, 2025 in Jacksonville, Florida.
