Choosing twice in a span of three picks, at Nos. 172 and 174 overall, Green Bay chose punter JK Scott from Alabama and receiver Marquez Valdes-Scantling from South Florida.
It’s the first time the Packers have drafted a punter since 2004, but it was Scott’s pedigree as a record-holder for the nation’s premier college program that prompted them to spend a draft pick on a specialist. His career average of 45.6 yards is best in school history.
“He played at the highest level under the hottest spotlight week in, week out and performed well,” said Packers scout Matt Malaspina.