Packers Fans Debate Top Picks at #52

Caleb Banks and Dani Dennis-Sutton emerge as popular options for Green Bay's first selection.

Apr. 1, 2026 at 8:21pm

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With the Green Bay Packers not picking until the 52nd overall selection in the 2026 NFL Draft, fans are debating which prospects outside the top-35 consensus rankings they would like to see the team target. Defensive tackle Caleb Banks of Florida and edge rusher Dani Dennis-Sutton of Penn State are two names that stand out as potential high-value picks at that spot.

Why it matters

The Packers traded away their first-round picks in 2026 and 2027 to acquire star linebacker Micah Parsons, so their first selection won't come until the second round. Identifying potential impact players who could still be available that late in the draft is crucial for Green Bay to continue building a championship-caliber roster.

The details

Banks is viewed as a potential Pro Bowl talent at defensive tackle, but is dealing with a foot injury that could cause him to slide down draft boards. Dennis-Sutton, meanwhile, is a physically impressive edge rusher at 6'6" and 256 pounds who ran a 4.6 40-yard dash and posted a 6.9-second three-cone time, suggesting he has the athletic tools to thrive in the NFL.

  • The 2026 NFL Draft will take place in late April.

The players

Caleb Banks

A defensive tackle prospect from the University of Florida who is dealing with a foot injury but is considered a potential Pro Bowl-caliber talent.

Dani Dennis-Sutton

An edge rusher prospect from Penn State who stands 6'6" and 256 pounds, ran a 4.6 40-yard dash, and posted an impressive 6.9-second three-cone time.

Micah Parsons

A star linebacker who the Packers acquired in a trade, giving up their 2026 and 2027 first-round picks to get him.

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What they’re saying

“Caleb Banks and Dani Dennis-Sutton are two of my favorites, but who are yours?”

— Justis Mosqueda, Author

What’s next

The Packers will make their first selection of the 2026 NFL Draft with the 52nd overall pick, which will take place in late April.

The takeaway

With the Packers lacking a first-round pick, finding high-value players in the second round will be crucial for the team to continue building a championship contender. Prospects like Caleb Banks and Dani Dennis-Sutton could provide excellent value if they are still available at pick #52.