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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.

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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.

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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 / A to Z Sports / February 27

Packers have multiple compelling reasons to capitalize on fresh market development before rivals react

The NFL market is volatile. While free agency had a certain number of names who could fit what the Green Bay Packers need and want, more players can (unexpectedly or not) become available even before the new league year starts in March.

Green Bay Packers News / WI Sports Heroics / February 27

Green Bay Packers projected to sign 1x Super Bowl winning linebacker with concerning injury history

The Green Bay Packers are going to have a bit of a different approach to free agency this year compared to the last two off-seasons. In 2024, Green Bay spent significant money on running back Josh Jacobs and safety Xavier McKinney.

Brian Gutekunst News / PackersTalk.com / February 27

Packers GM Brian Gutekunst: Lying Season 2026

Brian Gutekunst has once again leaned into the annual art of saying plenty without saying anything definitive. We are in that sweet spot of the off season where all we have are hypotheticals and hopes for the future.

Elgton Jenkins News / WI Sports Heroics / February 27

Green Bay Packers could replace Elgton Jenkins with former Wisconsin Badgers star in 2026

The Green Bay Packers, more likely than not, are going to be looking for a new center this off-season. Of course, they faced a similar issue last year, but decided to fill the void in-house.

Green Bay Packers News / Green Bay Packers on SI / February 27

Packers Need Center; New Veteran Options Include Pro Bowler

INDIANAPOLIS – The Green Bay Packers have a significant need at center, and two veteran options hit the market this week. At the top of the line could be Wisconsin native and former Wisconsin Badgers standout Tyler Biadasz.

Romeo Doubs News / WI Sports Heroics / February 27

Green Bay Packers: Romeo Doubs named as ideal free agent of 2025 NFC bottom-dweller

The Green Bay Packers are likely not going to bring Romeo Doubs back in 2026. Originally drafted by the Packers in the fourth round of the 2022 NFL Draft, Doubs had four really solid seasons in Green Bay.

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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.

Green Bay Packers News / WI Sports Heroics / February 27

NFLPA report card shows major decline for Packers under Matt LaFleur

The Green Bay Packers saw their marks decline in the NFLPA’s annual report cards for all 32 franchises. Although the full evaluations are no longer available to the public, reports still indicate whether a team’s grades improved, slipped, or stayed the same.

Malik Willis News / WI Sports Heroics / February 27

Green Bay Packers: 'perfect' free agency fit for Malik Willis in 2026 comes as no surprise

The Green Bay Packers are going to see several high-profile names on their roster sign elsewhere in free agency. When the new NFL year begins in March, players no longer under contract will be free to sign with any team that they like.

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Green Bay Packers News / Green Bay Packers on SI / February 27

Scouting Combine Day 1 Winners at Packers Positions of Need

The NFL Scouting Combine had its front-seven defenders take center stage on Thursday night, as linebackers, defensive ends and defensive tackles took the field to try and wow those that were in attendance.

Green Bay Packers News / Green Bay Packers on SI / February 27

Scouting Combine Day 1: Winners at Packers Positions of Need

The NFL Scouting Combine had its front seven defenders take center stage on Thursday night, as linebackers, defensive ends, and defensive tackles took the field to try and wow those that were in attendance.

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

Market dynamics could produce ironic solution for Packers’ lingering defensive line problem

Disclaimer: General manager Brian Gutekunst doesn't like to bring old guys back as a roster-building concept. But the Green Bay Packers didn't necessarily want to part ways with defensive tackle Kenny Clark a year ago, it was a circumstance of the Dallas Cowboys wanting him as part of the Micah Parsons trade package.

Green Bay Packers News / The Packers Post / February 27

The Failed Move that Had a Negative Ripple Effect on the Packers Offensive Line

The Green Bay Packers made changes to their offensive line last season in an attempt to improve the offense. Unfortunately, the changes the team made did not work out as planned and the offensive line as a unit failed to meet expectations.

Green Bay Packers News / WI Sports Heroics / February 27

Packers’ Malik Willis draws incredibly touching message from Sean Clifford amid looming NFL free agency

All things considered, it appears that Malik Willis has already played his last game with the Green Bay Packers. The looming NFL free agency has made him a big target for teams needing someone to take over the quarterback position.

Green Bay Packers News / The Lead / February 26

How Can the Packers Create Much-Needed Cap Space?

Packers General Manager Brian Gutekunst faces several challenging decisions in the 2026 offseason. Most notably, Gutekunst must find a way to create salary cap space to fully participate in offseason activities.

Green Bay Packers News / WI Sports Heroics / February 26

Green Bay Packers grades from NFLPA report cards leaked, massive improvements needed in 2026

Earlier today, it was reported that Green Bay Packers head coach Matt LaFleur did not receive a very high grade on the annual NFLPA report cards. After the season ended, players from each NFL team were asked to rate various aspects of their organizations.

Malik Willis News / WI Sports Heroics / February 26

Green Bay Packers suddenly have opportunity to replace Malik Willis with 1st round QB bust

The Green Bay Packers, two years ago, sent a seventh round pick to the Tennessee Titans for quarterback Malik Willis. At the time, Green Bay had realized that the two quarterbacks they had during training camp and the preseason were not good enough to be the backup to Jordan Love.

Green Bay Packers News / Green Bay Packers on SI / February 26

Packers Star Micah Parsons Has Nickname for GM Brian Gutekunst

INDIANAPOLIS – Green Bay Packers general manager Brian Gutekunst’s friends and colleagues call him Gutey. Micah Parsons has a different nickname. “He calls me the ‘No Man,’” Gutekunst said at the Scouting Combine.

Romeo Doubs News / PackersTalk.com / February 26

Packers' Romeo Doubs Wants to Return? Why this is Unlikely

Packers WR Romeo Doubs is set to be a free agent when free agency starts on March 9th. Recently, there has been rumblings that both the Packers and Romeo Doubs have mutual interest to agree to extension.

Green Bay Packers News / PackersTalk.com / February 26

Packers Offensive Line Will Define their 2026 Season

“Build the trenches” has long been an NFL mantra — and for good reason. Championships are often won and lost at the line of scrimmage. The Green Bay Packers Offensive Line embraced that philosophy during their most successful eras.

Green Bay Packers News / Yardbarker / February 25

Chris Gabehart calls out Ty Gibbs, Joe Gibbs in response to JGR lawsuit

It didn't take long for the lawsuit between Joe Gibbs Racing and Chris Gabehart to turn nasty.

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Rich Bisaccia News / Pro Football Rumors / February 25

Packers Surprised By Rich Bisaccia Exit, Interviewed Sam Sewell For STC

Rich Bisaccia‘s abrupt resignation as the Packers’ special teams coordinator was a shocking move, not just around the NFL, but in Green Bay. “I wouldn’t say we were expecting it at all.