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Thompson goes with a wide receiver with top pick

April 26, 2008 By WRN Contributor

WR's Coach Jimmy Robinson Green Bay Packers fans have to be wondering what's up after Ted Thompson traded out of the first round with the Jets to acquire a 4th round draft pick.

Thompson's first pick, #36 overall and 5th in round 2 is Kansas State wide receiver Jordy Nelson.

As a senior, Nelson shattered school and Big 12 Conference reception records, catching at least 10 passes six different times.

He was a consensus All-American and Unanimous All-Big 12 first-team choice as a receiver and a finalist for the Biletnikoff Award, given to the nation's top receiver. 

Nelson caught 122 passes for 1,606 yards and 11 touchdowns.  He ranked second in the nation in receptions per game and second with an average 133.83 yards receiving per game. 

The Packers have two more picks in the second round.

Listen / Download – WR Coach Jimmy Robinson thinks Nelson can play both WR spots. :26

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