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Zach Kruse

In Quay Walker and Devonte Wyatt, Packers continue trend of taking elite athletes in first round

The Green Bay Packers broke a few tendencies during the first round of the 2022 NFL draft on Thursday night, namely taking an inside linebacker and an older prospect, but in many ways, the Packers also continued a big trend: Brian Gutekunst targeted elite athletes in the first round.

Linebacker Quay Walker and defensive lineman Devonte Wyatt both tested like top-tier athletes at their respective positions.

“Their speed and explosiveness is off the charts,” Gutekunst said following the first round.

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