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Packers make risky call on underrated offensive piece and now the next move is out of their hands

The Green Bay Packers have decided to risk losing backup running back Emanuel Wilson instead of giving him a raise. ESPN insider Jeremy Fowler reported on Friday night that the Packers are not extending a restricted free agent tender to Wilson, so he will become an unrestricted free agent when the new league year starts on March 11.

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RFA/ERFA Tender Decisions: 2/27/26

As we get closer and closer to the start of the new league year, we are starting to see NFL teams make tender decisions on restricted and exclusive rights free agents: Nontendered: Packers: S Zayne Anderson, RB Emanuel Wilson A fifth-year veteran special teams ace, Anderson just finished his third season in Green Bay.

Green Bay Packers News / Total Pro Sports / February 27

Green Bay Packers GM gets honest about Micah Parsons trade

The Green Bay Packers made a huge splash ahead of the 2025 NFL season.

Why Micah Parsons calls Packers GM Brian Gutekunst the 'No Man'

Cowboys' Stephen Jones reveals George Pickens' reaction to receiving franchise tag

George Pickens unlikely to sign franchise tag with Cowboys

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The 'NFL sack leaders since 2021' quiz

Green Bay Packers News / WI Sports Heroics / February 27

Packers’ Jordan Love goes on a 6,000-mile trip amid NFL Scouting Combine

Green Bay Packers Jordan Love is clearly enjoying the NFL offseason. While NFL teams keep themselves busy down in Indianapolis looking at draft prospects at the NFL Scouting Combine, the Green Bay star quarterback has seemingly made a much longer travel.

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How many of the players to last tally 1,000 or more rushing yards in a season for every NFL franchise can you name in five minutes?

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Green Bay Packers News / Last Word On Sports / February 27

Packers Tank in NFLPA Report Card Rankings After Historic Drop

The Green Bay Packers suffered the steepest year-over-year decline in the latest report card for the NFLPA survey. In the latest Packers NFLPA report card rankings, Green Bay dropped 14 spots to 21st overall.

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Who is the best all-time defensive back for every NFL franchise?

As NFL rules have changed, defensive backs' job descriptions have transitioned. Here is our best attempt at identifying the premier DB performer in each NFL franchise's history.

Green Bay Packers News / WI Sports Heroics / February 27

Packers’ add Super Bowl champion 10 days after an unexpected resignation

The Green Bay Packers are making a fresh start in the top chain of command of their special teams. After the resignation of Rich Bisaccia, the NFC North Division franchise has found a man to succeed him, with Rob Demovsky of ESPN reporting that Green Bay has hired Supe Bowl champion Cam Achord to be their new special teams coordinator.

NFL News / A to Z Sports / February 27

Packers hire new special teams coordinator, but real progress demands changes that go deeper than a single decision

Green Bay Packers head coach Matt LaFleur has made his fourth special teams coordinator hire, following Shawn Mennenga, Maurice Drayton, and Rich Bisaccia.

Green Bay Packers News / Pro Football Rumors / February 27

Packers Hire Cam Achord As Special Teams Coordinator

The Packers have hired Cam Achord as their new special teams coordinator, per a team announcement. He will replace Rich Bisaccia after his unexpected exit last week.

Green Bay Packers News / NFL on ClutchPoints / February 27

Packers land new special teams coach with Super Bowl experience

Entering Friday, the Green Bay Packers had one final coordinator that needed to be hired. Every coordinator for all 32 teams had been hired except for the Packers’ special teams job.

Green Bay Packers News / NFLTradeRumors.co / February 27

Packers Hiring Cam Achord As Special Teams Coordinator

Rob Demovsky of ESPN reports that the Packers are hiring Cam Achord as their new special teams coordinator. The Packers have been working to find a replacement

Rasheed Walker News / WI Sports Heroics / February 27

Packers free agent Rasheed Walker looks more like an overpay candidate than ever

Green Bay Packers left tackle Rasheed Walker is projected by Spotrac to be the highest-paid offensive lineman in free agency. His estimated annual market value of $20.3 million is nearly $7 million more than the next closest tackle, Colts free agent Braden Smith.

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The 25 greatest NFL players who never made a Pro Bowl

Let’s take a look at some of the biggest and most recognizable names that never were voted into or played in the Pro Bowl.

Eric Stokes News / WI Sports Heroics / February 27

Discarded Packers CB recommended as fix for Giants secondary

Discarded Packers CB recommended as fix for needy Giants secondary

The Green Bay Packers let Eric Stokes walk in free agency after an unflattering 2024 season.

Why Micah Parsons calls Packers GM Brian Gutekunst the 'No Man'

Malik Willis could land $30 million contract in free agency

Malik Willis' eye-opening price tag should give QB-needy teams pause

25 bold predictions for the 2026 NFL offseason

The 'Most multi-rushing-TD NFL games' quiz

Malik Willis News / WI Sports Heroics / February 27

Green Bay Packers: Malik Willis is not the only team free agent about to get paid in 2026 NFL free agency

The Green Bay Packers are going to have some new players to work with on offense in 2026. With several of their key contributors set to hit free agency, Green Bay is going to be elevating some of their depth pieces and signing/drafting new players to take over some roster spots.

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Quay Walker News / WI Sports Heroics / February 27

Green Bay Packers: Quay Walker named ideal free agent for Las Vegas Raiders in 2026

The Green Bay Packers are preparing to see multiple players depart from their roster in free agency. Some of these players are not even going to receive a contract offer from the Packers, while others may see the team try to negotiate a return.

Zayne Anderson News / NFLTradeRumors.co / February 27

Packers Won’t Tender RFA S Zayne Anderson

According to Matt Schneidman, the Packers are electing not to tender restricted free agent S Zayne Anderson. Anderson is now set to be an unrestricted free agent. Anderson, 29, signed with the Chiefs as an undrafted free agent out of BYU in 2021.

Malik Willis News / WI Sports Heroics / February 27

Green Bay Packers: Malik Willis named ideal free agent for 3-win AFC bottom dweller

Green Bay Packers backup quarterback Malik Willis is one of the hottest names on the impending free agent market this year. In his two seasons as the backup to Jordan Love, Willis impressed with a 78.7% completion percentage, 972 passing yards, six touchdowns, no interceptions, and a passer rating of 134.6.

Green Bay Packers News / A to Z Sports / February 27

Latest salary cap development sounds encouraging on surface but creates new complications for the Packers

The NFL informed teams on Friday that the 2026 salary cap will be $301.2 million. That's a significant $22 million raise over the 2025 number, so fans may initially think Green Bay Packers general manager Brian Gutekunst will have extra spending power in the offseason.

Green Bay Packers News / A to Z Sports / February 27