Green Bay Packers: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Green Bay Packers News / Athlon Sports / August 26

Packers Defense Flashing Signs Of Dominance Entering Final Week Of Preseason

The Green Bay Packers‘ defense will be under a spotlight coming into the 2026 NFL campaign. Despite Micah Parsons‘ absence coming into the year, the unit has notable expectations after a productive performance in 2025.

Green Bay Packers News / PackersTalk.com / August 26

Packers Face Off With Cards and Final Roster Predictions

The Packers begin what essentially is their final preseason game today as they welcome the Arizona Cardinals to town for joint practices. While Green Bay played their starters more than some in the first two preseason games, they will likely treat these practices as the third and play the preseason game itself with backups and third stringers.

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Green Bay Packers News / Yardbarker / August 26

Packers are bracing for imminent Josh Jacobs crisis

The Green Bay Packers have big concerns to address with their offensive line. To add insult to injury, whoever starts at guard might not have Josh Jacobs in the backfield.

Micah Parsons provides update on health, possibility of playing in revenge game vs. Cowboys

Packers HC Matt LaFleur willing to fight brother in joint practice

Kevin O’Connell could be coaching for his job as Vikings fall behind NFC North rivals

Madden 27 Predicts the Green Bay Packers’ Season

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25 stories to keep an eye on in NFL training camps

The opening of 2026 NFL training camp brings big hope for all 32 fan bases. These are the 25 developments to watch as we progress toward Week 1.

Green Bay Packers News / Athlon Sports / August 26

Packers Could Bring In Former Third-Round RB To Bolster Run Game

The Green Bay Packers have an ongoing depth chart battle at the running back position, as the coaching staff looks to shore up the position behind Josh Jacobs.

Green Bay Packers News / NFL on ClutchPoints / August 26

Packers GM Brian Gutekunst reveals Josh Jacobs backup plan in case of suspension

Josh Jacobs was arrested in May on potential domestic abuse charges. While charges have not been formally made, Jacobs could still be punished by the NFL.

Brian Gutekunst News / Green Bay Packers on SI / August 26

Here’s What Will Make Tough Roster Decisions Even Tougher for Packers

Last year, the Green Bay Packers concluded the preseason with a Saturday afternoon, which gave general manager Brian Gutekunst almost three full days to make the roster decisions necessary to get to the 53-player limit by the Tuesday afternoon deadline.

Green Bay Packers News / Athlon Sports / August 26

Packers Could Make A Notable Splash With A

The Green Bay Packers’ cornerback room is in something of a flux entering the final week of preseason action. Two players have been linked in trade rumors, potentially featuring the next tandem up as the two starters for the 2026 NFL season.

Green Bay Packers News / Stadium Rant / August 26

Packers Preseason Stock Report: 3 Players Rising, 2 Players Falling After Week 2

The Green Bay Packers preseason has officially begun, and it has been an up-and-down two weeks. In week 1, the Packers lost to the Pittsburgh Steelers handily, 28-9, failing to score a touchdown.

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The significant NFL players returning from injury in 2026

Be it stars returning from late-season injuries to starter-level players who missed most or all of last season, the NFL features a host of rehab odysseys to follow as training camps near.

Tucker Kraft News / Pro Football Rumors / August 26

Pack Could Add TE; Latest On Tucker Kraft

The Packers have a top-level starting tight end in Tucker Kraft, but depth behind him is a concern as the season draws closer. General manager Brian Gutekunst could prioritize beefing up the position via trade or waivers, Rob Demovsky of ESPN relays.

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Green Bay Packers News / Yardbarker / August 26

Packers' Brian Gutekunst shares Tucker Kraft contract extension update

Green Bay Packers star tight end Tucker Kraft made it known that his "goal" was to sign a contract extension before the 2026 NFL season gets underway.

Packers HC Matt LaFleur willing to fight brother in joint practice

Micah Parsons provides update on health, possibility of playing in revenge game vs. Cowboys

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Two-minute drill: Browns make surprising QB1 decision, Texans injury woes, Bo Nix has encouraging return in preseason loss

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NFL News / Athlon Sports / August 26

Four Depth Chart Questions For Green Bay's Week 3 Preseason Game Vs. Cardinals

Week 2 of the NFL preseason saw the Green Bay Packers bounce back from a Week 1 loss, as the team eyes a second consecutive win before their season opener against the Minnesota Vikings.

Micah Parsons News / A to Z Sports / August 26

ESPN’s bold prediction for Micah Parsons should leave Packers fans thrilled about Green Bay’s future

Micah Parsons is coming off a serious knee injury, but an ESPN analyst doesn’t seem overly concerned with his recovery. ESPN released future power rankings projecting all 32 NFL teams across roster, coaching, quarterback, and front office categories for the 2027-2029 window.

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

Three Draft Picks Among Packers on Roster Bubble Who Must Shine vs. Cardinals

It’s almost the NFL equivalent of 2 a.m. For players resting precariously on the roster bubble, it’s last call at Green Bay Packers training camp. The 91-man roster must be cut to 53 players by 5 p.m.

Keisean Nixon News / Athlon Sports / August 26

Packers CB Battle Intensifies With Keisean Nixon's Offseason Performance

The Green Bay Packers‘ secondary emerged as one of the best units in the NFL last season and projects to maintain its status coming into a crucial 2026 campaign.

Trey Benson News / A to Z Sports / August 26

Packers didn’t pull the trigger on efficient offensive weapon, but he may be closer to Green Bay than ever

Green Bay decided not to claim Trey Benson off waivers from the Arizona Cardinals, but Brian Gutekunst still has a realistic shot. The Green Bay Packers did not claim running back Trey Benson off waivers from the Arizona Cardinals, but the former fourth-round pick may actually be closer to joining Green Bay than he was before.

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

From Last Year’s Opening 53, How Many Won’t Be on Packers’ Roster This Year?

In a quest to finally win the NFC North and make a real playoff push, the Green Bay Packers are hardly running it back. When the dust settles on Sunday’s roster cuts and the initial 53-man roster emerges, this year’s Packers roster could hold only a slight resemblance to last year’s opening roster.

Green Bay Packers News / PackersTalk.com / August 26

Packers Preseason Week 2: Signs of What This Offense Can Be

If the first preseason game left us with more questions than answers, Week 2 finally gave Packers fans something to feel good about. Green Bay walked into Denver and came away with a 33-13 win over the Broncos, but as always, the final score of a preseason game means very little.

Green Bay Packers News / A to Z Sports / August 26

3 Packers players who could find themselves on the trade block before the regular season arrives

General manager Brian Gutekunst can still find ways to improve the roster or to generate more draft capital for the future. The Green Bay Packers have

Green Bay Packers News / NFL on ClutchPoints / August 26

Packers’ Micah Parsons comes up with his own Jordan Love ranking

Many are expecting Jordan Love to have a breakout campaign for the Green Bay Packers in the upcoming season. After an impressive stint last year, all signs point to the seventh-year quarterback earning his first appearance in the Pro Bowl or even his first nod to the All-Pro Team.

NFL News / Yardbarker / August 25

Micah Parsons discusses health, possibility of playing vs. Cowboys

Micah Parsons provides update on health, possibility of playing in revenge game vs. Cowboys

Micah Parsons doesn't want to rush back from the torn ACL he suffered in December 2025.

Patrick Mahomes shares new injury update after Andy Reid comments

Bengals receive positive Ja'Marr Chase injury news after practice scare

Calvin Austin injury delivers brutal blow to Giants offense

49ers' Kyle Shanahan gives update on Nick Bosa ahead of Week 1

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NFL News / Yardbarker / August 24

Packers HC Matt LaFleur willing to fight brother in joint practice

Green Bay Packers head coach Matt LaFleur has been a proponent of joint practices in the preseason. When veteran Aaron Rodgers was the quarterback in Green Bay, Matt LaFleur, then a young head coach, was openly in favor of joint practices while the MVP quarterback was openly against them.

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