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Nate Hobbs News / WI Sports Heroics / February 26

Green Bay Packers: 2025 free agent named as a top-15 NFL trade candidate this off-season

Last off-season the Green Bay Packers signed cornerback Nate Hobbs to a four-year $48 million contract in free agency. They had hoped, of course, that he would bring stability and consistency to one of their defense’s weakest positions.

Green Bay Packers News / WI Sports Heroics / February 26

Green Bay Packers: former 1st round CB named perfect free agent target for 2026 NFL season

The Green Bay Packers are highly believed to be interested in adding to their cornerback room in 2026. Despite Keisean Nixon, Nate Hobbs, and Carrington Valentine all returning, the fact of the matter is that none of them played up to the standards set for them in 2025.

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

Packers solve looming long-term roster concern with ideal schematic fit in latest 3-round mock draft

No area of the roster was more underwhelming based on expectations in the 2025 season for the Green Bay Packers than the offensive line. Now, on top of that, left tackle Rasheed Walker, interior offensive lineman Sean Rhyan, and backup lineman Darian Kinnard (restricted) are all set to hit free agency.

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

Six Scouting Combine Questions That Will Impact Packers’ NFL Draft Board

INDIANAPOLIS – While the Super Bowl was a couple weeks ago, this week’s NFL Scouting Combine marked the real start of the offseason. It’s one of the most important weeks on the league calendar.

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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 26

'No regrets': Brian Gutekunst defends Packers trade for Micah Parsons

The Green Bay Packers are facing difficult choices as the 2026 offseason approaches. With their current salary cap situation, the team may have to let several players test free agency.

Green Bay Packers News / Athlon Sports / February 26

Green Bay Packers 2026 Offseason Outlook

Matt LaFleur has won 76 regular-season games in his first seven seasons as head coach of the Green Bay Packers. With an overall record of 76-40-1, it would be crqzy to think LaFleur might be on the hot seat — but that seems to have been the case after Green Bay limped to a 9-7-1 finish in 2025.

Jonathan Gannon News / The Packers Post / February 26

Five Packers Players Who Could Benefit from New Defensive Coordinator Jonathan Gannon

It has been roughly a month since the Green Bay Packers hired Jonathan Gannon to be the team’s new defensive coordinator. While Gannon has yet to hold

Brian Gutekunst News / WI Sports Heroics / February 25

Packers’ Brian Gutekunst drops huge Super Bowl claim months ahead of 2026 NFL season

It has been a while since the Green Bay Packers last won a Super Bowl, and they will be going at it again in 2026 with a roster many feel is capable of taking home the Vince Lombardi Trophy.

NFL News / WI Sports Heroics / February 25

Ben Johnson gets brutally honest about relationship with Packers’ Matt LaFleur

The Green Bay Packers and the Chicago Bears will always hate each other because that’s what NFC North Division franchises feel for each other, regardless of the circumstances, especially among the fans.

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.

NASCAR president reveals what Michael Jordan said after lawsuit was settled

NASCAR 'deserted' its core fan base, but is trying to win it back

2026 NASCAR All-Star race format further delegitimizes what was once a crown jewel event

Mistakes could add up for Kyle Larson in NASCAR's new points system

These NASCAR drivers should be worried two races into 2026 season

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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 25

Adam Schefter floats Packers as wildly unexpected haven for 2 outcast QBs

The Green Bay Packers will not, it seems certain, have the services of Malik Willis as their backup quarterback next season. He has played his way from a salary barely over $1 million into what should be a major payday in free agency.

Elgton Jenkins News / WI Sports Heroics / February 25

Green Bay Packers: an Elgton Jenkins replacement could be had in Big 10 stud from Michigan State

The Green Bay Packers are going to have some significant work to do regarding their roster ahead of the 2026 NFL season. This is particularly true on the offensive line, where multiple starters are expected to leave in free agency or be released due to salary cap purposes.

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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.

Aaron Banks News / Gridiron Heroics / February 25

Green Bay Packers: Set to Retain 2025’s Blockbuster Signing

The Green Bay Packers broke the bank last offseason by signing Aaron Banks to a blockbuster four-year, $77 million contract, the fourth-highest salary for a left guard.

Green Bay Packers News / Yardbarker / February 26

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

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

Limited quarterback options in the 2026 NFL Draft and free agency may be inflating the market value of Green Bay Packers backup Malik Willis.

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

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Analyst believes Shedeur Sanders has upper hand in Browns' QB battle

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Malik Willis News / Larry Brown Sports / February 25

Malik Willis could land $30 million contract in free agency

NFL teams appear ready to pay quarterback Malik Willis like a starter when he hits the free agent market. Willis is expected to be targeted by multiple teams once his contract expires, with several viewing him as a potential starter.

Green Bay Packers News / WI Sports Heroics / February 25

Green Bay Packers linked to former Bears QB as possible Malik Willis replacement in 2026

The Green Bay Packers are going to have to find a new backup quarterback behind Jordan Love in 2026. After two seasons with Green Bay, Malik Willis is set to hit free agency, and has been ranked by some as the best free agent on the upcoming market.

Green Bay Packers News / Total Apex Sports / February 25

Green Bay Packers Set To Interview Super Bowl Winning Assistant For Special Teams Coordinator

The Green Bay Packers are in the midst of an unexpected search for a new special teams coordinator, and they may have found a promising candidate from a championship-caliber staff.

Green Bay Packers News / NFLTradeRumors.co / February 25

Gutekunst: RB Josh Jacobs & G Aaron Banks Aren’t Going Anywhere

The Packers are currently $1.5 million over next year’s salary cap and must make some moves to free up space. On the topic of RB Josh Jacobs returning, GM Brian Gutekunst said the running back will “absolutely” be back in 2026. “He’s a very important cog in what we’re trying to do here,” Gutekunst said, via Rob Demovsky.

Matthew Golden News / A to Z Sports / February 25

Packers pinpoint the issue that capped Matthew Golden's rookie impact and anticipate a jump in Year 2

When the Green Bay Packers finally took a wide receiver in the first round of the draft after 23 years, there was a fair expectation over an immediate impact.