The Packers have not yet commented on the domestic violence charges filed against Devonte Wyatt in 2013.
This is despite claims from his accuser that he assaulted her a day after she said their relationship ended. The facts of this case may very well prove to be damning for Minnesota’s decision, as multiple witnesses contradict the woman’s account of what happened. It will also make it harder for teams with concerns about character issues to select him over other prospects who lack these past incidents but show more athleticism and upside.,
After choosing Georgia defensive lineman Devonte Wyatt in the first round of the 2022 NFL Draft, Green Bay Packers general manager Brian Gutekunst is a well-known artist. probably expected to be asked for two explanations.
First, why would the Packers spend both defensive picks on defensive players when the offense urgently needs a young, dynamic receiver? Green Bay used the 28th overall pick on 6-foot-3, 304-pound Wyatt and added his Georgia teammate, linebacker Quay Walker, at No. 22.
The second, and probably more relevant, question is why would the Packers spend a first-round choice on a guy with a history of domestic abuse allegations and character issues?
Although some experts welcomed the Packers’ selection of Wyatt, others pointed to his arrest in 2020 for three minor charges: domestic assault, criminal trespass, and property damage. All charges were withdrawn in June 2020, according to Zachary Hansen of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution, after prosecutors examined the evidence and spoke with the claimed victim. Wyatt was jailed four months before after reportedly kicking down the door of a lady with whom he had an on-again, off-again relationship.
Wyatt, who spent the previous two years in Athens, received no punishment from the University of Georgia or its head coach, Kirby Smart.
Gutekunst told reporters the club performed a “deep dive” to ensure they were comfortable with Wyatt, according to SB Nation’s Justis Mosqueda.
“He never put his hand on anybody in any of the situations he had.” He never did anybody any harm. He stubbed his toe on two or three occasions when he was younger. We don’t have much tolerance for it, but we wouldn’t have brought someone here if we didn’t like them.”
Brian Gutekunst is a well-known artist.
In March, Charlie Campbell of WalterFootball.com claimed that at least one club had already pulled Wyatt off its draft board due to character issues. In recent weeks, the 24-year-old has remained a consensus first-round pick.
Wyatt has not had any legal difficulties in the two years after his incarceration in February 2020.
In the 2022 NFL Draft, the Green Bay Packers felt confident in picking Georgia defensive lineman Devonte Wyatt | Michael Hickey/Getty Images
Walker, who has seven tackles for a loss, 2.5 sacks, and two forced fumbles in 14 starts last season, will be expected to play a key role on the defensive line for the Packers. His seniority and SEC experience will only add to the expectation on him to make an immediate impact as soon as he steps on the field.
Green Bay will choose 53rd, 59th, and 92nd on Friday night, barring any deals. The Packers can now focus on the receivers after dealing with the defense. Although Christian Watson of North Dakota State and Georgia’s George Pickens will most likely be gone by No. 53, the Packers may still have a shot at Alabama’s John Metchie III or Purdue’s David Bell.
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