For years, Green Bay Packers fans wanted the front office to draft a wide receiver in the first round for their star quarterback, Aaron Rodgers. But, for years, the front office used their first round draft capital on defensive players or offensive linemen.

The Green Bay Packers played host to the NFL Draft for the first time in franchise history. And, it was a smashing success - and not just for the fans. The Packers finally selected a wide receiver in the first round with Texas star Matthew Golden.

With the 23rd pick in the 2025 NFL Draft, the Green Bay Packers selected wide receiver Matthew Golden from Texas. It marked the first time since 2002 that the Packers drafted a wide receiver in the first round.