Fit with the Packers
The Packers may or may not move on from veteran linebacker De’Vondre Campbell this offseason to save some money. Assuming the Packers move on from Campbell, that would leave Quay Walker and Isaiah McDuffie. It’s a safe bet that Gutekunst will look to add a body or two to that room this offseason.
Gibbs has the movement skills to match up with running backs and tight ends in coverage, along with the range to make plays sideline-to-sideline against the run. On top of what he could bring to the defense, he could be a hired gun on special teams.
“Gibbs is a highly productive player, but he is also a leader and has a love for the game,” Thorburn said. “As a general manager, you wouldn’t have to worry about his professionalism or work ethic, and he has the skillset to make a difference.”
The Packers are currently projected to have 11 picks in the 2024 NFL Draft, with six of them coming on Day 3, including two picks in the sixth and seventh rounds. With his coverage skills and ability to make an impact immediately on special teams, Gibbs would be a quality pick that late in the draft.
Gibbs’ background as a high school safety is evident when he drops in coverage. He looks comfortable dropping back in space and has the change of direction skills to turn and run with tight ends or running backs downfield. He has a high football IQ and good field awareness.
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