Pack goes heavy on defense in draft: Packers general manager Ted Thompson used his first six of eight draft picks on defensive players, getting three of them by trading up three different times. The Packers not only will be counting on first-round draft pick Nick Perry (Southern Cal) to be the pass-rushing complement to Clay Matthews at outside linebacker, but they may have to depend on defensive linemen Jerel Worthy (Michigan State) and Mike Daniels (Iowa) early and often as well. The additions of Worthy and Daniels look to be shrewd moves by Thompson according to The Sports Xchange, who undoubtedly was preparing to lose defensive end Anthony Hargrove for a portion of next season. The Packers' other draft picks include Vanderbilt cornerback Casey Hayward, Maine safety Jerron McMillian and N.C. State linebacker Terrell Manning. (Updated 05/08/2012)
Injury Report
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Fantasy Analysis
The Packers defense was flimsy in 2011, but their DST was fine for Fantasy thanks to their seven touchdowns (two on returns, five on defense) and the defense's 31 interceptions. But the Packers went heavy on defensive linemen and pass rushers to improve on the 29 sacks they had. This re-tooling should go a long way in helping their defense up front, which should in turn help the secondary. They're still worth a late pick in drafts, especially with the 49ers coming to Lambeau in Week 1. (Updated 05/08/2012).
