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Packers NFL Draft 2013: Meet the draft class

Posted by Duke Bobber on April 27, 2013 – 11:15 pm

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DRAFT RECAP VIDEOS

Draft Day 3: The difference maker

Packers.com’s Vic Ketchman and Mike Spofford give their recap of the 2013 NFL Draft.
Ted Thompson: 2013 Draft increases competition

Green Bay Packers General Manager Ted Thompson recaps the team’s selections at the close of the 2013 NFL Draft.
Mike McCarthy: We’re tough, athletic, and versatile

Green Bay Packers Head Coach Mike McCarthy recaps the team’s selections at the close of the 2013 NFL Draft.

Meet the players

1. Datone Jones, DE, UCLA
2. Eddie Lacy, RB, Alabama
4a. David Bakhtiari, T, Colorado
4b. J.C. Tretter, T, Cornell
4c. Johnathan Franklin, RB, UCLA
5a. Micah Hyde, CB, Iowa
5b. Josh Boyd, DE, Mississippi State
6. Nate Palmer, LB, Illinois State
7a. Charles Johnson, WR, Grand Valley State
7b. Kevin Dorsey, WR, Maryland
7c. Sam Barrington, LB, South Florida

#95 DATONE JONESDE – UCLA – HT: 6-4 – WT: 285 – Drafted 1st Round, #26 Overall

- Packers’ first-round pick speaks of Reggie White
  
  Datone Jones wants to dominateREAD MORE
- Jones is new-age defender suited for read-option
  
  Packers had their pick of several top players and chose JonesRead More

AUDIO/VIDEO

- Prospect Primer: DE Datone Jones wants to face offense every play(3:18)
  
  Packers.com profiled UCLA DE Datone Jones at the 2013 NFL Scouting Combine.
- 2013 Draft profile: DE Datone Jones, UCLA(2:06)
  
  A look at the college highlights of UCLA defensive end Datone Jones.
- Goodell announces Packers pick: Datone Jones(2:07)
  
  Watch NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell announce Green Bay’s selection of Jones, as well as Jones’ reaction via Skype.
- Thompson: We concentrated on quality with Jones(4:44)
  
  Packers general manager Ted Thompson talks about the team’s selection of DE Datone Jones in Round 1 of the 2013 NFL Draft.
- Dom Capers: Datone Jones gives us flexibility(5:50)
  
  Packers defensive coordinator Dom Capers talks about the team’s selection of DE Datone Jones in Round 1 of the 2013 NFL Draft.
- Conference call audio: Datone Jones is inspired by Reggie White(12:29)
  
  Packers defensive end Datone Jones gives his reaction to being selected by Green Bay in the first round of the 2013 NFL Draft.

- Draft Day 1: Biggest need addressed(4:35)
  
  Vic and Mike break down the first day of the 2013 NFL Draft. The Packers selected DE Datone Jones in the first round, 26th overall addressing a need at defensive line. Mike and Vic also preview where the Packers could go in rounds two and three.

additional coverage

- Photo gallery: The best of Datone Jones
  
  UCLA defensive end Datone Jones has played both end and tackle. Jones completed his Bruin career with 43 starts, including his final 28 straight games.
- Bio: Datone Jones
  
  Read DE Datone Jones’ bio from his time at UCLA
- Packers.com’s NFL Draft Chat – Day 1
  
  Read the transcript of Packers.com’s Thursday live chat with fans

#27 EDDIE LACYRB – ALABAMA – HT: 5-11 – WT: 230 – Drafted 2nd Round, #61 Overall

- Eddie Lacy gives Packers running game some bite
  
  Cover Two? Maybe not this yearRead More
- Packers armed with picks for day three
  
  Ted Thompson positions Packers for final-day haulRead More

AUDIO/VIDEO

- Packers draft Eddie Lacy No. 61 overall in the NFL Draft(2:08)
  
  The Green Bay Packers drafted Alabama RB Eddie Lacy with the No. 61 overall pick in the 2013 NFL Draft.
- RB Eddie Lacy 1-on-1(1:34)
  
  Alabama RB Eddie Lacy talks with Bucky Brooks answering questions about his pro day workout and what preperations he’s making leading up to the NFL Draft.
- Ted Thompson: Eddie Lacy is a go-getter(6:32)
  
  Packers general manager Ted Thompson talks about the team’s selection of RB Eddie Lacy in Round 2 of the 2013 NFL Draft and the trades throughout the day bringing the Packers’ total picks to 12.
- Brian Gutekunst weighs in on Eddie Lacy pick(4:14)
  
  Packers Director of College Scouting talks about the team’s selection of RB Eddie Lacy in Round 2 of the 2013 NFL Draft.
- Conference call audio: RB Eddie Lacy’s ready and can’t wait to start(6:42)
  
  Green Bay Packers running back Eddie Lacy gives his reaction to being selected by Green Bay in the second round of the 2013 NFL Draft.
- Draft Day 2: Eddie Lacy is the guy(3:31)
  
  Vic and Mike break down the second day of the 2013 NFL Draft. The Packers selected RB Eddie Lacy in the second round, 61st overall addressing a need at running backs. Mike and Vic also preview where the Packers could go in the last day of the NFL Draft with 10 picks left.

additional coverage

- Photo gallery: Packers select Eddie Lacy
  
  RB Eddie Lacy had 1,322 yards last season, averaging 6.48 yards per carry. He scored 17 touchdowns and earned MVP honors vs. Notre Dame in the national title game with 140 yards and a TD and added a receiving TD.
- Bio: Eddie Lacy
  
  Read RB Eddie Lacy’s bio from his time at Alabama
- Packers.com’s NFL Draft Chat – Day 2
  
  Read the transcript of Packers.com’s Friday live chat with fans

#69 DAVID BAKHTIARIT – COLORADO – HT: 6-4 – WT: 300 – Drafted 4th Round, #109 Overall

- Two tackles in fourth round seen as versatile additions
  
  Colorado’s David Bakhtiari and Cornell’s J.C. Tretter add competition on offensive lineRead More
- Bio: David Bakhtiari
  
  Read David Bakhtiari’s college biography.Read More

AUDIO/VIDEO

- James Campen’s new tackles bring opportunities(5:27)
  
  Green Bay Packers Offensive Line Coach James Campen talks about the team’s selection of tackles David Bakhtiari and J.C Tretter Round 4 of the 2013 NFL Draft.
- T David Bakhtiari can play multiple positions(7:36)
  
  Green Bay Packers tackle David Bakhtiari gives his reaction to being selected by Green Bay in the fourth round of the 2013 NFL Draft.

ADDITIONAL COVERAGE

- Photo gallery: Packers 4th round picks
  
  The Packers went heavy on offense early in the fourth round, but the team also found a speedster in UCLA RB Johnathan Franklin.

J.C. TRETTERT – CORNELL – HT: 6-4 – WT: 307 – Drafted 4th Round, #122 Overall

- Two tackles in fourth round seen as versatile additions
  
  Colorado’s David Bakhtiari and Cornell’s J.C. Tretter add competition on offensive lineRead More
- Bio: J.C. Tretter
  
  Read J.C. Tretter’s college biography.Read More

AUDIO/VIDEO

- James Campen’s new tackles bring opportunities(5:27)
  
  Green Bay Packers Offensive Line Coach James Campen talks about the team’s selection of tackles David Bakhtiari and J.C Tretter Round 4 of the 2013 NFL Draft.
- Conference call audio: T J.C. Tretter is confident in his abilities(9:41)
  
  Green Bay Packers tackle J.C. Tretter gives his reaction to being selected by Green Bay in the fourth round of the 2013 NFL Draft.

additional coverage

- Photo gallery: Packers 4th round picks
  
  The Packers went heavy on offense early in the fourth round, but the team also found a speedster in UCLA RB Johnathan Franklin.

JOHNATHAN FRANKLINRB – UCLA – HT: 5-10 – WT: 205 – Drafted 4th Round, #125 Overall

- Franklin pick confirms commitment to the run
  
  Packers increase competition among running backsRead More
- Bio: Johnathan Franklin
  
  Read Johnathan Franklin’s college biographyRead More

AUDIO/VIDEO

- Alex Van Pelt speaks on RBs Lacy and Franklin(5:14)
  
  Green Bay Packers Running Backs Coach Alex Van Pelt talks about the team’s selection of RB Eddie Lacy in Round 2 and RB Jonathan Franklin in Round 4.
- 2013 Draft profile: Running Back Jonathan Franklin, UCLA(1:32)
  
  A look at the college highlights of UCLA running back Jonathan Franklin.
- Two running backs improve Packers’ run game(1:36)
  
  NFL draft analyst Mike Mayock discusses the Green Bay Packers’ decisions to draft running backs Eddie Lacy and Johnathan Franklin.
- Conference call audio: RB Jonathan Franklin: Excited to be with Packers(5:21)
  
  Green Bay Packers running back Jonathan Franklin gives his reaction to being selected by Green Bay in the fourth round of the 2013 NFL Draft.

additional coverage

- Photo gallery: Packers 4th round picks
  
  The Packers went heavy on offense early in the fourth round, but the team also found a speedster in UCLA RB Johnathan Franklin.

MICAH HYDECB – IOWA – HT: 6-0 – WT: 197 – Drafted 5th Round, #159 Overall

- Iowa’s Micah Hyde joins young, ascending CB group
  
  Fifth-round pick was named Big Ten’s top DB in 2012Read More
- Bio: Micah Hyde
  
  Read Micah Hyde’s college biographyRead More

AUDIO/VIDEO

- Joe Whitt Jr.: Micah Hyde is a tough kid(5:17)
  
  Green Bay Packers Cornerbacks Coach Joe Whitt Jr. talks about the team’s selection of CB Micah Hyde in Round 5 of the 2013 NFL Draft.
- Conference call audio: CB Micah Hyde: Packers are a great organization(6:23)
  
  Green Bay Packers cornerback Micah Hyde gives his reaction to being selected by Green Bay in the fifth round of the 2013 NFL Draft.

additional coverage

- Photo gallery: Packers fifth round picks
  
  The Packers went to the defensive side of the ball for Round 5 as they drafted a cornerback and defensive end.

JOSH BOYDDE – MISSISSIPPI STATE – HT: 6-3 – WT: 310 – Drafted 5th Round, #167 Overall

- Packers collecting young defensive linemen
  
  DL Coach Mike Trgovac talks about fitting them inRead More
- Bio: Josh Boyd
  
  Read Josh Boyd’s college biographyRead More

AUDIO/VIDEO

- Mike Trgovac: Boyd is explosive and versatile(6:30)
  
  Green Bay Packers Defensive Line Coach Mike Trgovac talks about the team’s selection of defensive linemen Datone Jones and Josh Boyd.
- Conference call audio: DE Josh Boyd can adapt to the 3-4 defense quickly(5:25)
  
  Green Bay Packers defensive end Josh Boyd gives his reaction to being selected by Green Bay in the fifth round of the 2013 NFL Draft.

additional coverage

- Photo gallery: Packers 5th round picks
  
  The Packers went to the defensive side of the ball for Round 5 as they drafted a cornerback and defensive end.

NATE PALMERLB – ILLINOIS STATE – HT: 6-2 – WT: 248 – Drafted 6th Round, #193 Overall

- Defense rests with linebacker picks
  
  Illinois State defensive end has playmaker abilityRead More
- Bio: Nate Palmer
  
  Read Nate Palmer’s college biographyRead More

AUDIO

- Conference call audio: LB Nate Palmer is speechless to to be a Packer(8:17)
  
  Green Bay Packers linebacker Nate Palmer gives his reaction to being selected by Green Bay in the sixth round of the 2013 NFL Draft.

CHARLES JOHNSONWR – GRAND VALLEY STATE – HT: 6-2 – WT: 215 – Drafted 7th Round, #216 Overall

- Have Packers struck gold with last-round WRs?
  
  Grand Valley pass-catcher has big numbersRead More
- Bio: Charles Johnson
  
  Read Charles Johnson’s college biographyRead More

AUDIO

- Conference call audio: WR Charles Johnson’s speed is deceptive(5:53)
  
  Green Bay Packers wide receiver Charles Johnson gives his reaction to being selected by Green Bay in the seventh round of the 2013 NFL Draft.

KEVIN DORSEYWR – MARYLAND – HT: 6-1 – WT: 207 – Drafted 7th Round, #224 Overall

- Have Packers struck gold with last-round WRs?
  
  Grand Valley pass-catcher has big numbersRead More
- Bio: Kevin Dorsey
  
  Read Kevin Dorsey’s college biographyRead More

AUDIO

- Conference call audio: WR Kevin Dorsey fell in love with the Packers(7:33)
  
  Green Bay Packers wide receiver Kevin Dorsey gives his reaction to being selected by Green Bay in the seventh round of the 2013 NFL Draft.

SAM BARRINGTONLB – SOUTH FLORIDA – HT: 6-1 – WT: 235 – Drafted 7th Round, #232 Overall

- Defense rests with linebacker picks
  
  Illinois State defensive end has playmaker abilityRead More
- Bio: Sam Barrington
  
  Read Sam Barrington’s college biographyRead More

AUDIO

- Conference call audio: LB Sam Barrington is fortunate to be a Packer(5:03)
  
  Green Bay Packers linebacker Sam Barrington gives his reaction to being selected by Green Bay in the seventh round of the 2013 NFL Draft.