The Green Bay Packers are doing their homework on a promising pass rusher as the NFL Draft approaches. Central Michigan edge defender Michael Heldman, who racked up an impressive 10.5 sacks in his senior season, is making a pre-draft visit to Lambeau Field, according to an NFL Network report.

These "Top 30" visits are a crucial part of the pre-draft process, allowing teams to get an up-close evaluation of prospects. For a Packers team always looking to bolster its defensive front, Heldman represents an intriguing mid-to-late round option.

Standing at 6-foot-4 and 268 pounds, Heldman brings a versatile skill set. At his pro day, he worked out as both a hand-in-the-dirt defensive end and a stand-up outside linebacker, showcasing the flexibility modern NFL defenses covet. While his 4.7-second 40-yard dash won't turn heads, his explosive vertical jump would have ranked among the best at the Combine, pointing to the raw power in his legs.

His journey to this point is a story of development and resilience. It took time for him to become a force at Central Michigan, but he broke out in a major way as a senior. Heldman describes himself as a technically sound player who can set a hard edge against the run and has a developed pass-rush plan. "I feel like I've shown I can stop the run," Heldman said in a recent interview. "I'm very technically sound when it comes to pass rush, just using my hands accurately, setting up moves."

After a standout performance at the Hula Bowl, he earned an invitation to the East-West Shrine Game, further raising his profile. The Packers, known for finding defensive gems outside the first round, are clearly doing their due diligence to see if Heldman's power and production can translate to the next level.