Packers Prospects: 9 best edge rusher fits in 2026 NFL Draft
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The Green Bay Packers may seek pass rush help in the 2026 NFL Draft, with their star pass rusher recovering from a knee injury. The team has identified nine potential edge rusher prospects, including Malachi Lawrence and Gabe Jacas.
The Green Bay Packers may need to bolster their pass rush in the 2026 NFL Draft due to injuries and roster changes. General Manager Brian Gutekunst has emphasized the importance of pass rushers, and the team has specific preferences for edge rusher prospects. The average measurements for Packers' drafted edge rushers since 2005 are 6-3 ⅔, 264 pounds, with 33” arms. Athletic testing is also crucial, with averages of 4.76 seconds in the 40-yard dash and a 34.5” vertical jump. The Packers have identified nine potential edge rusher prospects for the 2026 draft, including Malachi Lawrence, Gabe Jacas, and Dani Dennis-Sutton. These prospects are ranked between No. 30 and 350 on the consensus big board. The team is looking for a potential difference maker, not roster depth, and has already held pre-draft visits with some of these prospects.
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