The Green Bay Packers have kicked off their busy seventh round of the 2023 NFL Draft with their first defensive back of the draft. With the 232nd overall pick, the Packers selected cornerback Carrington Valentine from Kentucky.
Analysis:
Carrington Valentine is a long cornerback with an aggressive play style and highly athletic traits. At 6’0, 193 pounds, Valentine worked as a boundary cornerback within a zone-heavy scheme at Kentucky. With an impressive 32 1/4 inch arm length, Valentine led Kentucky in passes defended last season.
A two-year starter, Valentine recorded 119 tackles, 17 pass deflections, two sacks, and one interception in his career.