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Green Bay Packers mock draft guarantees Jordan Love’s success

By Michael Johnson

BALTIMORE, MARYLAND - NOVEMBER 12: Michael Mayer #87 of the Notre Dame Fighting Irish runs with the ball after making a catch against the Navy Midshipmen at M&T Bank Stadium on November 12, 2022 in Baltimore, Maryland. (Photo by G Fiume/Getty Images)
BALTIMORE, MARYLAND - NOVEMBER 12: Michael Mayer #87 of the Notre Dame Fighting Irish runs with the ball after making a catch against the Navy Midshipmen at M&T Bank Stadium on November 12, 2022 in Baltimore, Maryland. (Photo by G Fiume/Getty Images) /
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EL PASO, TEXAS – DECEMBER 30: Quarterback Dorian Thompson-Robinson #1 of the UCLA Bruins looks to pass against the Pittsburgh Panthers during the first half of the Tony the Tiger Sun Bowl game at Sun Bowl Stadium on December 30, 2022 in El Paso, Texas. (Photo by Sam Wasson/Getty Images) /

Dorian Thompson-Robinson, QB, UCLA

Late Day 3 is the time for the Packers to take a flyer on a developmental quarterback who could provide a spark for the team, should Jordan Love get hurt — enter Dorian Thompson-Robinson.

Thompson-Robinson is a quarterback out of UCLA who possesses immense athleticism and the potential to develop into a solid backup quarterback. While he’s not without his flaws, his strengths make him an intriguing prospect for the Packers.

One of Thompson-Robinson’s biggest strengths is his explosiveness and high-energy athleticism. He has elite creation capacity and can make plays with his legs that most quarterbacks can only dream of. This athleticism would provide a spark for the Packers’ offense and give them a new dimension that they haven’t had in a while.

In addition to his athleticism, Thompson-Robinson has above-average arm strength and velocity in the short and intermediate ranges. He can adjust his throwing angles and generate velocity off-platform, which allows him to make throws that other quarterbacks can’t. He also shows glimpses of quality anticipation over the middle of the field, which is a trait that is highly coveted in the NFL.

While Thompson-Robinson’s accuracy is just average, he does have a degree of natural accuracy and can lead receivers in stride with velocity. His ball placement can be improved, but with the right coaching, he could develop into a more accurate passer.

Thompson-Robinson is also a steely competitor with great toughness. He has shown flashes of good pressure detection, navigation, and escapability in the pocket, which are all traits that are essential for NFL quarterbacks.

Now, it’s true that Thompson-Robinson is a developmental prospect and may not be ready to step in and start for the Packers right away. However, if the Packers take a flyer on him and develop him properly, he could provide a spark for the team and become a solid backup quarterback who can come in and provide a change of pace when needed.

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