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It's safe to say these aren't Ted Thompson's Packers. ... The change of GM with Brian Gutekunst taking over for Thompson has led to major changes.

First and foremost the Packers are players in free agency -- a fact borne out by the team agreeing to terms on a three year contract with Jimmy Graham.

The signing will become official Wednesday afternoon.

The Packers have been searching for a consistent downfield threat at the position since Jermichael Finley's heyday back in 2011 and 2012. While it's not clear if Graham is still capable of being that kind of seam-splitting receiver he was during his prime, there's no doubt he's still a capable red-zone weapon.

But Gutekunst wasn't done making waves. He followed up the agreement with Graham by releasing Jordy Nelson.

The veteran wideout is coming off a 53-catch, six touchdown season in which he struggled to overcome Aaron Rodgers' extended absence. But it wasn't all on Brett Hundley. Nelson appeared to be a bit slower even before Rodgers was hurt.

The 33-year old Nelson reportedly wants to continue playing -- it just won't be with the Packers.

That means Davante Adams, who signed a four-year, $58 million deal extension late last season, becomes the team's leading downfield threat going forward. Be prepared to pay accordingly come draft day.