Packers GM Shows “Special Interest” in Four Young Secondary Prospects After NFL Combine, Cornerback Becomes Clear Priority at No. 52 Pick, per Source

According to league sources, general manager Brian Gutekunst has accelerated draft planning with a clear emphasis on rebuilding the secondary — specifically targeting cornerback help as a priority heading into the No. 52 overall pick.

With free agency concerns surrounding key defensive backs and uncertainty about long-term outside depth, Green Bay’s need for a potential shutdown boundary corner has become increasingly urgent.

While the Packers do not currently hold a first-round selection, sources indicate Gutekunst has not ruled out a potential trade up into the late first round if the right value presents itself. Historically aggressive when pursuing premium athletes, Green Bay’s front office is said to be closely monitoring board movement.

Four prospects have emerged as players drawing “special interest” from the organization during Combine week.

Ohio State cornerback Davison Igbinosun is widely projected as a strong fit for Green Bay’s press-man scheme. With physicality, length, and SEC-caliber experience, multiple mock drafts have linked him to the Packers at No. 52. Team representatives reportedly held a formal meeting with him during Combine activities.

San Diego State cornerback Chris Johnson also gained traction with scouts. Known for elite speed and boundary coverage ability, Johnson fits the Gutekunst blueprint of prioritizing rare athletic traits and upside. His performance testing numbers only strengthened his Day 2 stock.

Texas defensive back Malik Muhammad — along with Miami’s Keionte Scott — offers versatility and recovery speed, traits valued in Jeff Hafley’s defensive system. Both players have shown flexibility lining up inside and outside, giving Green Bay schematic flexibility.

Florida corner Devin Moore has also surfaced as a long, rangy option capable of matching bigger receivers downfield. Meanwhile, LSU safety Jack Pyburn has drawn attention as a hybrid coverage defender with closing range, potentially addressing safety depth if the board shifts.

Sources confirm multiple formal interviews were conducted, and medical evaluations remain critical — especially for prospects with prior injury history. Green Bay’s staff emphasized scheme fit, man-coverage discipline, and mental processing during Combine meetings.

League observers believe the Packers could “double-dip” at defensive back on Day 2 and Day 3 if the board aligns. Alternatively, a calculated trade could position the team to secure an immediate-impact starter earlier than anticipated.

One thing is clear after Indianapolis: the Packers’ secondary is no longer a quiet concern — it is a headline priority.