NFL Scout Shares Bold Take on Packers Rookie QB Michael Pratt

The Green Bay Packers did a very solid job during the 2024 NFL Draft, coming away with one steal in quarterback Michael Pratt. General manager Brian Gutekunst addressed several needs that were on the roster, aggressively pursuing upgrades along the offensive line and on defense at linebacker and safety.

The Packers have added several players to the mix who should be immediate contributors. Nearly all of their selections on Days 1 and 2 of the 2024 NFL Draft should have a role in Week 1, health permitting.

Green Bay won’t be turning to Michael Pratt early in the 2024 campaign, and ideally not at all unless it is in mop-up duty. But, the seventh-round pick out of Tulane has been a topic of discussion as some evaluators believe the Packers have one of the biggest steals in the draft with him.

It was surprising to see Pratt still on the board in the seventh round, as some evaluators had an early Day 3 grade on him. Snagging him that late presented the Packers with incredible value, as they will look to develop him behind Jordan Love.

One NFL scout who spoke to Packers Coverage thinks very highly of Pratt. In fact, the scout had him rated above some of the quarterbacks who went early in the draft and is high on him heading into the league.

“Honestly, I thought he was better than a couple of the first-round quarterbacks. His ceiling is without a doubt being a high level starting NFL quarterback. He’s got a lot of work to do, but he’s got a special arm talent. He’s got a bright future in the league.”

That is some high praise for the Tulane product from the NFL scout. That scout isn’t alone in that assessment, as plenty of people believe that Michael Pratt can put together a successful career in the NFL as a high-level backup at the very least.

Expect him to compete this offseason with 2023 fifth-round pick Sean Clifford. Clifford won the backup job last offseason but will have to stave off Pratt this time around. It wouldn’t be surprising if the Packers also brought in an experienced veteran given the expectations surrounding the squad this season.