Packers Trade Up, Select Pass Rusher Lukas Van Ness With 13th Pick

The Green Bay Packers selected Iowa edge rusher Lukas Van Ness with the 13th overall pick in the NFL draft after trading up.
Van Ness addresses needs for pass rushing depth and versatility on Green Bay's defensive line.
Van Ness had 13 1/2 sacks and 20 tackles for loss in two seasons at Iowa, showing his explosiveness.
The Packers now have three picks in the top 45 to continue rebuilding their roster.
How much Van Ness contributes as a rookie depends on how quickly fellow edge rusher Rashan Gary returns from injury.