Brian Gutekunst and the Green Bay Packers didn’t send just anyone to the Texas vs. Texas State game on Saturday. Their general manager himself was on the sidelines, watching the Longhorns absolutely dismantle the Bobcats 59-7. If you think that score is wild, wait until you hear about the talent he was scoping out for the 2027 NFL Draft.
The Defensive Line Is a Wrecking Crew
The real showstopper Gutekunst had his eyes on? A defensive tackle trio that is already making waves. Hero Kanu, the “leader in the clubhouse” for any Longhorn taken in the draft’s Top 150, was straight-up electrifying. His quickness and power were on full display, racking up 1.5 tackles for loss. Seriously, this guy is gonna be a problem for every single team they face all season long.
Then there’s Ian Geffrard, the Arkansas transfer making his Longhorns debut. Listed at a massive 375 pounds on the team website, this dude is a hoss who recorded three run stops and moves way too well for his size. He wasn’t just clogging lanes, he showed off the quickness to make plays outside his gap. And don’t sleep on Alex January either, he flashed with a batted ball and some wicked quickness off the snap. Gutekunst saw it all first-hand.
Speed Everywhere Else
But wait, there’s more. The Longhorns’ offense also boasts some serious firepower, especially at wide receiver. Ryan Wingo, a former track athlete, showcased that effortless speed, getting on top of cornerbacks in a blink. He finished the day with seven receptions for 121 yards and a touchdown. With projected first-round pick Cam Coleman drawing so much attention, Wingo is absolutely set to feast on Saturdays, blowing past coverage.
Gutekunst got a front-row seat to what could be four first-round picks in the 2027 draft, plus a ton of Day 2 and Day 3 talent the Packers will be eyeing. Next up, the Texas offense faces the Ohio State Buckeyes. You know Gutekunst will be watching how these guys perform when the stakes are even higher. It’s only September, but the scouting for next year’s draft is already heating up.
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Originally reported by Yahoo Sports.
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