Packers 2025 NFL Draft: Day 3 Analysis
Recapping the 2025 Day 3 Selections
By JosephR
4th Round (124th Overall): Barryn Sorrell, EDGE - Texas
Scouting Report
High motor/high effort player who explodes off the line and gets into the backfield in a hurry. Led the Longhorns in pressures with 48 in 2024. He's going to need more than just that to survive in the league though, as his pass rush tools are novice at best. Has a tendency to get tangled up in the wash for too long before getting to the runner. Has some versatility to rush from 2-down and 3-down alignments and has even showcased the ability to drop into coverage on flats, screens, and curls. Has a bit of a nasty demeanor when attacking the offensive lineman and wins far more often than he loses.
Other Options on the Board
South Carolina's Kyle Kennard went right after Sorrell at 125th to the Chargers. I really expected Kennard to be the pick as he has the typical length the Packers go for at 6'4, 254lbs. But as we've come to find out, the Packers front office is evolving. Quandarius Robinson out of Alabama at 6'5, 241lbs was also available who went to the Broncos at 134th Overall.
Why they selected Barryn Sorrell
Sorrell's natural ability to win on the edge had to have been a major factor in his selection. His versatility has me believing that he'll line up at 2-down and 3-down positions for Green Bay, which will fit two needs at Edge and LB. His production in the SEC should suffice as living proof to his translation to the league I expect him to challenge for reps sooner than later.
5th Round (159th Overall): Collin Oliver, Edge - Oklahoma State
Scouting Report
Oliver is a twitched-up defender who is "edge" in name only due to his lack of length and bulk. Despite this, he was still able to land 5th all-time in program history with 23.5 sacks. He might be one of the most technically sound pass rushers in terms of tools and rush plan. But keep him out of the fray because he'll get bounced out of the club against plus blockers. On the edge his calling card is speed and bend, which is another trait you don't really see amongst this class. Injuries aside, he's a player any team would be lucky to have in their locker room.
Other Options on the Board
Former Miami Hurricane Tyler Barron went to the Jets at 176th. Jalen McLeod from Auburn went to the Jaguars at 194th Overall.
Why they selected Collin Oliver
Collin started out on the edge with the Cowboys, but then moved him to linebacker, which I imagine was due to that being his best projection for the pros. The Packers have a serious need at linebacker with only one true difference maker, Edgerrin Cooper. Oliver has a Day 2 skillset and should challenge for snaps in camp early. His explosion and rush plan will send average tackles reeling. Initially, he should get a nod as a designated pass rusher while the coaching staff figures out if they can trust him on all three downs.
6th Round (198th Overall): Warren Brinson, DT - Georgia
Scouting Report
Lengthy DT who was buried on the Bulldogs depth chart, who has inside/outside versatility due to his plus length. Rush tools are adequate. His length can get him in trouble as he occasionally plays with a high pad level and will get washed out of the play. Also needs to get stronger to handle the better offensive linemen he'll see in the pros.
Other options on the board
Virginia Tech's Aeneas Peebles, who eventually went to the Ravens at 210th, along with SMU's Jared Harrison-Hunte and Georgia's Nazir Stackhouse, both went undrafted.
Why they selected Warren Brinson
Brinson presents himself as a ball of clay that could be molded to fit the Packers' needs along the defensive line. There is a need for additional depth at DT and Edge, and depending on Brinson's performance in camp, they could have a glimpse of how best to use him. He'll get far more attention from Green Bay's coaching staff than he ever got in Athens, so I expect his ascention to whatever ceiling he has to be noticeable over the next year.
7th Round (237th Overall): Micah Robinson, CB - Tulane
Scouting Report
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Rangy defensive back that adds value in run support. Had one year at Tulane where he notched two interceptions after spending four years at Furman.
Other options on the board
Green Bay had an entire buffet of defensive backs available, some who had considerable notoriety: Kansas' Cobee Bryant and Mello Dotson, North Carolina's Alijah Huzzie, Oregon's Jabbar Muhammad, and Florida State's Fentrell Cypress II; who all went undrafted.
Why they selected Micah Robinson
This is evidence that no matter how much research you do and how much tape you watch, NFL Scouting Departments will always be better. The Packers brought in Robinson for a visit and per usual it didn't make much noise in the media. But the Packers liked what they saw, earning him a selection on Day 3. I've said for the last couple of years that Brian Gutekunst addresses roster woes first with a .22 and then with birdshot. Robinson is that .22 round before he brings out the big guns to raise the bar at the cornerback position.
7th Round (250th Overall): John Williams, OG - Cincinatti
Scouting Report
A college left tackle who projects as a guard at the next level. Possesses adequate length (33 7/8" arms) but footwork is sloppy, below average strength, and lacks bend on the perimeter. Needs to get in an NFL weight room if he's to handle power rushers.
Other options on the board
Kansas' Logan Brown, Oklahoma State's Dalton Cooper, Florida's Brandon Crenshaw-Dickson, Georgia's Xavier Truss, Washington State's Esa Pole, and Indiana's Trey Wedig....all undrafted.
Why they selected John Williams
The Packers love to convert tackles into guards, and Williams is just the latest rendition of that effort. The Packers are surely doing damage control should Jordan Morgan not pan out and Sean Rhyan opts for a bigger payday on the market.
How do you feel about the Day 3 haul? Optimistic? Indifferent? Enraged? Let us know in the comments. UDFAs will be announced as they come.
#GPG
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Joseph has been an avid fan of the Green Bay Packers since 1997, citing an affinity for dairy products during his childhood and his favorite color, green. Born in Jacksonville, FL, Joseph currently is an Active Duty servicemember in the U.S. Armed Forces. Joseph considers himself a lifelong fan of the game of football, competing since his youth well into adulthood. When it comes to the Pack, Joseph is particularly impassioned about the NFL Draft and collegiate scouting process, and will contribute regularly on CHTV.com leading to that year's upcoming Draft. You can follow him on Twitter at @joeyreyallday.
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Comments (2)
SicSemperTyrannis
April 26, 2025 at 07:39 pm
Thanks for this write-up! Hard to know what to think until at least TC starts ...
GPG!!
splitpea1
April 26, 2025 at 10:31 pm
I'm still surprised they went with two edges. As pointed out, they do have potential roles carved out for them, but I figured there was also a role for a higher pick at CB. There was a good prospect in Round 5, but we passed on him and instead he found a home in Chicago.
True, not a lot of detailed information out there on Robinson--unless you count a bunch of daisy-chained R.A.S. comps that eventually lead to well-known CBs like Champ Bailey and Sam Shields.
I was a little disappointed that DT didn't get addressed earlier. C.J, West who went earlier in the fourth round, would have been a good choice. Damn, SF really loaded up on the defense, didn't they?!!.. It looks like Brinson may have been a good value pick, and later on we signed teammate Stackhouse, so hopefully we'll be able to plug the dike in the middle with this combination.