Packers Reportedly Set To Meet With Defensive Chess Piece

The Green Bay Packers are finalizing their preparations for the 2025 NFL Draft in Titletown. That includes a final evaluation of college prospects and current free agents who could add meaningful talent to the roster. 

The Packers have pressing needs at cornerback, wide receiver, defensive line, and offensive line, and they will likely prioritize these positions early in the draft. However, they must also address other roster spots to maintain balance and depth.

Green Bay is working to address the less obvious roster areas for the future, with reports indicating they will host a versatile linebacker.

According to NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport, the Packers will meet with former New York Giants LB/S Isaiah Simmons on Monday. 

Simmons was selected 8th overall in the 2020 NFL Draft and has since showcased his versatility, playing both safety and linebacker. Over the past two seasons, he has logged 370 special teams snaps, including an 88.2 grade from PFF on teams in 2024. His ability to contribute in multiple roles would add valuable depth to the Packers' defense.

Versatility is a key trait the Packers prioritize in any NFL player, and Simmons embodies it. He can contribute across multiple defensive packages, from base sets to nickel packages. With Jeff Hafley’s creativity, Simmons can be placed in positions that maximize his strengths, making it a high-upside, low-risk match.

Isaiah Simmons would likely serve primarily as a special teams contributor, but his adaptability makes him an intriguing asset for taking on more unscheduled roles to maximize the defense's potential. His versatility could add an extra layer of unpredictability to the Packers' defensive scheme. The more offenses face looks they aren’t prepared for, the better it is for Green Bay’s ability to disrupt opposing game plans.