Get to know Jager Burton, Packers fifth-round pick, instant grade

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The Green Bay Packers selected Jager Burton, an offensive lineman from Kentucky, with the 153rd pick in the 2026 NFL Draft. Analysts are evaluating his potential impact on the team.

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Jager Burton selected by Packers in 2026 NFL Draft
Position: Offensive lineman from Kentucky
Drafted with the 153rd overall pick

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GREEN BAY − The Green Bay Packers selected Kentucky offensive lineman Jager Burton with the 153rd overall pick in the 2026 NFL Draft on April 25.

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What are analysts saying about Jager Burton?

From ESPN: “Burton is light on his feet for his size and has great power at the point of attack. He has some trouble holding his ground to anchor when bull-rushed, as he can get pushed into the backfield before bowing up. Burton needs to improve his hat placement and can get caught lunging at his blocks. He lacks great balance and core strength, having trouble controlling his blocks. Burton has the feet and athleticism to climb to the second level well but doesn't do it consistently.”

NFL's Lance Zierlein: “Durable fifth-year senior who has made 47 consecutive starts. Burton is built to play center but could offer swing potential at guard. He has adequate play strength and good quickness for a zone-blocking scheme. He gets beaten to first contact by length and will struggle to put up a sustained fight against two-gappers at the point. He can slow a bull rush but needs to do a better job of protecting his edges and operating with consistent posture. Burton’s best fit will be with a zone-heavy running game as a late draft pick or undrafted free agent signee.”