The Green Bay Packers find themselves in a favorable position as they not only secure victories on the field but also benefit from the struggles of other teams, particularly the New York Jets and the Buffalo Bills, setting the stage for a promising 2024 NFL draft.

In the wake of their recent trade for cornerback Rasul Douglas, the Buffalo Bills have encountered a challenging stretch, losing three of their last four games, including an overtime defeat against the Philadelphia Eagles. This downturn in the Bills’ performance enhances the value of the draft pick the Packers acquired from them.

Simultaneously, the New York Jets, who made a quarterback change, have faced a four-game losing streak, averaging a mere nine points per game during this challenging stretch. The Packers, having acquired the Jets’ second-round pick in the trade involving quarterback Aaron Rodgers, stand to gain from the Jets’ struggles.

The current draft outlook for the Packers, if the season were to end today, reveals an impressive array of selections:

– 1st round: 13th overall pick
– 2nd round (NYJ): 40th
– 2nd round: 45th
– 3rd round: 77th
– 3rd round (BUF): 80th

General Manager Brian Gutekunst has strategically positioned the Packers with three picks in the top 45 selections and a total of five in the top 80 for the 2024 draft. This robust draft capital places the Packers among the top teams in the league, emphasizing their strong position for future player acquisitions.

While not holding as many first-round picks as some other teams, the Packers are in a favorable draft capital position, ranking fourth overall according to Tankathon. Despite their recent winning streak, the Packers trail only the Cardinals, Bears, and Washington Commanders in overall draft capital.

In essence, the Packers are capitalizing not only on their recent on-field success but also on the struggles of other teams, making significant gains both in their performance and draft capital.