The Green Bay Packers hold the 30th pick in the first round of April’s NFL Draft. And that pick figures to be greatly value by several teams across the league.
Every player selected in the first round of the NFL Draft automatically has a fifth-year option added to his contract. The option allows a team to retain a player’s rights for five years rather than the standard four,
Therefore, teams often covet late first round picks because it gives them an extra year of contractual control on a player they strongly desire. Green Bay — which could prefer additional draft picks to address its bevy of needs — might be a perfect trading partner.