Packers get WR Jaxon Smith-Njigba, TE Dalton Kincaid in NFL Wire network mock draft

Reasoning: Despite missing much of last year, Smith-Nijgba was truly elite in 2021, and he proved his status as one of the draft’s top receivers at the combine. He’s lightning quick, dangerously deceptive as a route runner and the perfect complement to speedster Christian Watson. In Smith-Njigba, Watson and Romeo Doubs, the Packers have an excellent young trio surrounding Jordan Love, the new starter.

Also considered: Devon Witherspoon, Lukas Van Ness, Myles Murphy and Dalton Kincaid. Would the Packers take a smaller receiver over top players at premium defensive positions?

Deciding factor: Surrounding Love with weapons. When Aaron Rodgers became the starter in 2008, he had weapons all over the field in the passing game. The same idea applies here. Top talent at wide receiver could make Love’s transition much easier.

Brennen Rupp’s breakdown: Jaxon Smith-Njigba is a detailed route runner that set multiple school and Big 10 records during the 2021 season. He has outstanding short area quickness that helps him create separation out of the slot. He’s a pro ready wide receiver that could make a Chris Olave or Garrett Wilson-like impact.