2022 NFL Mock Draft: Jets land superstar EDGE, Eagles triple-dip on defense

By Randy Gurzi | Sep 25, 2021

EUGENE, OREGON - SEPTEMBER 04: Defensive end Kayvon Thibodeaux #5 of the Oregon Ducks rushes the passer during the first quarter of the game Fresno State Bulldogs at Autzen Stadium on September 04, 2021 in Eugene, Oregon. Oregon won 31-24. (Photo by Steve Dykes/Getty Images) /

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MIAMI GARDENS, FLORIDA – JANUARY 11: Garrett Wilson #5 of the Ohio State Buckeyes celebrates his 20 yard touchdown during the third quarter of the College Football Playoff National Championship game against the Alabama Crimson Tide at Hard Rock Stadium on January 11, 2021 in Miami Gardens, Florida. (Photo by Kevin C. Cox/Getty Images) /

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13. Green Bay Packers: Garrett Wilson, WR, Ohio State

Things could look very different for the Green Bay Packers in 2022. Their star quarterback, Aaron Rodgers, has made his unhappiness with the team no secret. After spending the entire offseason away, he returned but doesn’t seem to be any happier.

The question about his desire to be there became even more pronounced when the Packers looked flat in Week 1 against New Orleans. They did rebound against the Detroit Lions in Week 2, but it’s still highly likely Rodgers will be gone.

Green Bay also has a problem with receiver Davante Adams, who doesn’t have a new deal yet. He too could be a short-timer which would completely deplete their wide receiver corps. That’s why they use this pick on Garrett Wilson from Ohio State — and even if they get things figured out with their star players, Wilson would be a great selection for them since they’re thin behind Adams.

Wilson is a former five-star recruit who runs great routes and has soft hands. He’s one of the top prospects at his position and in this mock, he does become the first wideout to come off the board. Whether it’s Aaron Rodgers or Jordan Love throwing him the ball, Wilson can help this Packers offense take a step forward while developing into a legit No. 1 receiver down the road.

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