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List of Packers draft picks entering Day 2 of NFL draft

The Packers got started with Jordan Morgan in the first round. Green Bay has four picks on Day 2 and six on Day 3.

The Green Bay Packers checked a big box along the offensive line by selecting Arizona’s Jordan Morgan in the first round on Thursday night, and now general manager Brian Gutekunst will enter Friday night with four picks on Day 2 and six more on Day 3.

The work has only begun. Last year, Gutekunst added Luke Musgrave, Jayden Reed and Tucker Kraft on Day 2. This year, he’ll have four opportunities — and maybe more, if a trade down happens at some point — to add to his young, ascending roster.

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Here are the Packers’ remaining picks entering Day 2:

Day 2 (Second and third rounds on Friday)

Second round, No. 41 overall
Second round, No. 58 overall
Third round, No. 88 overall
Third round, No. 91 overall

Day 3 (Fourth-seventh rounds on Saturday)

Fourth round, No. 126 overall
Fifth round, No. 169 overall
Sixth round, No. 202 overall
Sixth round, No. 219 overall
Seventh round, No. 245 overall
Seventh round, No. 255 overall

Action on Friday night begins at 6:00 p.m. CT. Packers Wire will have analysis throughout Day 2.

PFF identifies a popular draft riser as a top Day 2 target for the Saints

PFF identified a popular draft riser as a top Day 2 target for the Saints. How could Missouri defensive lineman Darius Robinson help the team?

There’s a ton of intrigue surrounding the New Orleans Saints as they finish preparing for the 2024 draft, but we’ve got a good idea about their plans in the first round: necessity is almost forcing them into adding an offensive tackle between Ryan Ramczyk’s health concerns and Trevor Penning’s too-slow development. So what’s more interesting is to consider their options in the second round.

Pro Football Focus’ Dalton Wasserman has a suggestion: Missouri Tigers defensive lineman Darius Robinson. It’s no secret that the Saints didn’t bring enough pressure on opposing quarterbacks last year, but Wasserman writes that Wasserman could help improve there while also upgrading a sneaky-bad New Orleans run defense:

“The Saints need defensive line help, and Missouri’s Darius Robinson could be a versatile target for the team. Robinson played on the edge in 2023 but has plenty of experience inside and could be better suited there. Either way, his strength in the run game and improved pass-rush ability would strengthen New Orleans’ defensive line.”

While Robinson mainly lined up inside against guards earlier in his career (logging 581 of his 762 snaps in the B gap in 2021 and 2022) he moved outside in 2023 and responded with career-highs in sacks (8.5) and total quarterback pressures (27, per PFF charting). The Saints use a ton of three-man fronts and he offers flexibility as someone who can play inside or out. He stood out in practices at the Senior Bowl this year and did well at the NFL Scouting Combine, though his numbers in agility drills were a little underwhelming.

And he certainly has the size they’ve looked for under head coach Dennis Allen. Robinson weighed in at an impressive 6-foot-5 and 285 pounds, with his 34.5-inch arms giving him a rare wingspan. If he was playing football 15 or 20 years ago he’d probably have been moved to offensive tackle. Instead, he uses his size to his advantage. Robinson’s 7.72 Relative Athletic Score doesn’t meet the thresholds that line up with the Saints’ usual standards, but it’s close enough to keep him in consideration with the 45th pick.

If the Saints can address their offensive line early on in the first round, maybe they can afford the luxury of drafting a defender like Robinson in the second round. Checking off that highest priority right away would free them up to look into other team needs like the defensive line and receiving corps (and we should remember they aren’t limited to wideouts; a pass-catching tight end could do well in this offense, too). With so many picks at their disposal in the later rounds, it shouldn’t shock anyone to see the Saints act aggressively to trade up for someone they value highly earlier in the draft. Maybe it’s someone like Robinson.

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News and highlights from Day 2 of Packers’ joint practices with Patriots

Live news and highlights from the Packers’ second joint practice with the Patriots on Thursday, Aug. 17.

The Green Bay Packers and New England Patriots will return to Ray Nitschke Field for the second of two joint practices in Green Bay on Thursday. The two teams were on the field for over two hours of work, featuring several 11-on-11 periods, during Wednesday’s first practice.

Can Jordan Love and the Packers offense pick up where they left off? Will the Packers defensive front continue dominating? Can Anders Carlson get off the rollercoaster for one day? Stay tuned.

Packers Wire will track all the news and highlights from Thursday’s joint practice, including LaFleur’s pre-practice press conference.

Broncos training camp: Live post-practice updates from Day 2

Broncos coach Sean Payton and select players are scheduled to speak after today’s training camp practice.

The Denver Broncos will wrap up Day 2 of training camp on Saturday afternoon. Following the practice session, head coach Sean Payton and select players will be made available to the media.

Follow along below with live post-practice updates from Twitter.

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The Broncos are scheduled to have 11 more open practice sessions this summer (view the full training camp schedule here). After camp, Denver will play three preseason games before kicking off the regular season in September.

To view the Broncos’ regular season schedule, click here.

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Broncos’ schedule for Day 2 of training camp

The Broncos practice at 10 a.m. today. Gates to the parking lot open at 8 and gates to the practice facility open at 9. Tickets are required

The Denver Broncos will hit the practice field at 10:00 a.m. MT on Saturday, July 29 for Day 2 of the team’s 2023 training camp schedule. The practice is free to attend, but a free ticket is required (more on that below).

Parking will be available on a first-come, first-served basis at 13403 Broncos Pkwy beginning at 8:00 a.m. Gates to the practice facility open at 9 a.m. Seating will also be available on a first-come, first-served basis, primarily on the berm on the west end of the practice fields. There will also be some ADA seating available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Because the berm is not shaded, fans who attend practice are encouraged to wear sunscreen and stay hydrated. Fans can bring the same kind of small bags that are allowed at the team’s stadium. Lawn chairs and umbrellas are not allowed at practice.

Due to Arapahoe County enforcing a 3,000 capacity limit for events at the team’s Centura Health Training Center, fans will need a (free) ticket to attend training camp practices this year.

Those free tickets quickly “sold out,” but fans should check availability on Ticketmaster because some tickets could be returned. (If you have free tickets and cannot attend a practice, there is an easy process to return tickets so other fans can use them.)

Some players will be available to sign autographs at the west end of the practice fields after each practice session.

The team’s complete training camp schedule can be seen below.

Broncos 2023 Training Camp Schedule

Date Day Start Time
7/28 Friday 10 a.m. MT
7/29 Saturday 10 a.m. MT
7/31 Monday 10 a.m. MT
8/1 Tuesday 10 a.m. MT
8/2 Wednesday 10 a.m. MT
8/4 Friday 10 a.m. MT
8/5 Saturday 10 a.m. MT
8/8 Tuesday 10 a.m. MT
8/9 Wednesday 10 a.m. MT
8/15 Tuesday 10 a.m. MT
8/16 Wednesday 10 a.m. MT
8/17 Thursday 10 a.m. MT

Fans should note that Denver’s practice schedule is subject to change due to weather. Be sure to check the team’s official Twitter page for the latest updates on the practice schedule.

The Broncos will play three preseason games in August ahead of their regular-season opener against the Las Vegas Raiders on Sept. 10. View the team’s complete regular season schedule here.

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WATCH: Chiefs rookies in action during Day 2 of minicamp

Check out some video clips from the second day of #Chiefs rookie minicamp:

Kansas City Chiefs rookies were back on the field for the second time on Sunday, for the second day of their three-day rookie minicamp.

Local media members were again allowed to film players in action during the earliest portion of practice featuring warm-ups, individual drills and some walkthroughs. FOX 4 Kansas City reporter Harold R. Kuntz captured all of the action on Sunday, featuring some clips of draft picks, undrafted free agents and tryout players in practice.

Below you’ll find the latest look at the Chiefs’ rookie class in action with their new team:

2023 NFL draft grades for every NFC South team’s Day 2 selections

2023 NFL draft grades for every NFC South team’s Day 2 selections, via @DillySanders:

The second day of the 2023 NFL draft was eventful, featuring multiple trades for NFC South teams as they navigated the board to get players they coveted in Rounds 2 and 3. There’s a lot to catch up on, so check this space for all of our coverage and draft grades for these Day 2 picks by the New Orleans Saints, Atlanta Falcons, Carolina Panthers, and Tampa Bay Buccaneers:

Breaking down Packers’ three Day 2 picks in 2023 draft

Taking a closer look at Luke Musgrave, Jayden Reed and Tucker Kraft, the Packers’ trio of draft picks on Day 2.

The Green Bay Packers completely transformed the team’s pass-catching weaponry by picking two tight ends and a wide receiver on Friday night of the 2023 draft.

At picks No. 42, No. 50 and No. 78, the Packers selected tight end Luke Musgrave, receiver Jayden Reed and tight end Tucker Kraft, respectively.

Here’s a quick breakdown of the Packers’ three Day 2 picks:

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Four different Day 2 mock drafts for Packers

A few different Day 2 mock draft simulations from the staff at Packers Wire.

After selecting Lukas Van Ness at No. 13 overall in the first round, the Green Bay Packers are now heading into Day 2 with three picks: No. 42 and No. 45 overall in the second round and No. 78 in the third round.

Edge rusher is no longer a top need, so who should Brian Gutekunst target with his next three picks?

Here are different Day 2 mock drafts for the Packers from the Packers Wire staff:

12 best available players for Jaguars on Day 2

The Jaguars still have needs at cornerback, pass rusher, and tight end. Luckily for them, there are plenty of viable options in rounds two and three.

For weeks it seemed the Jacksonville Jaguars intended to focus their first-round efforts on upgrading their defense. Instead, the Jaguars traded down twice near the end of the round and opted to select offensive tackle Anton Harrison.

The move made plenty of sense for Jacksonville given the departure of Jawaan Taylor in free agency and the impending suspension of Cam Robinson. Still, it came with plenty of talent on the board.

With the Jaguars sitting at No. 56 and No. 88 overall in rounds two and three, respectively, there’s no shortage of exciting players still available Friday night. Here are 12 prospects who would make sense for Jacksonville to target: