The Green Bay Packers are doing their homework on a potential late-round gem, scheduling a pre-draft visit with Texas A&M cornerback Will Lee III ahead of the 2026 NFL Draft.
With a clear need to bolster their secondary, the Packers are casting a wide net. Lee, a three-year starter who played at Kansas before transferring to Texas A&M, is projected as a late Day 2 or early Day 3 selection. He currently ranks as the No. 110 overall player on the consensus big board, with The Athletic's Dane Brugler slotting him as the 21st-best cornerback and a likely fifth-round pick.
His college production is solid: over the last three seasons, Lee tallied 28 pass breakups, four interceptions, four tackles for loss, and two forced fumbles. His journey includes a standout stint at Iowa Western Community College, where he earned the fitting nickname "The Blanket" for his coverage skills.
However, like many prospects, his scouting report is a mix of high-end traits and areas for improvement. While his athletic profile is elite—boasting a 42-inch vertical, an 11-foot broad jump, and a 4.52-second 40-yard dash for a stellar 9.39 Relative Athletic Score—his on-field consistency has been questioned. Over the last two seasons, he surrendered nearly 1,000 receiving yards and eight touchdowns, with a tendency to give up explosive plays and commit penalties.
Physically, Lee brings intriguing size at nearly 6-foot-2, though his leaner frame, reminiscent of current Packer Carrington Valentine, may not fit the prototype density Green Bay typically prefers at the position.
Nevertheless, for a Packers team without a first-round pick, targeting high-upside athletes like Lee in the middle rounds is a smart strategy. His official visit indicates genuine interest, as Green Bay looks to add much-needed competition and depth to a critical position group. This is the time of year where future stars are found, and Will Lee III is a name for Packers fans to remember.
