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‘It wasn’t enough’ Packers urged to spend big at key position

Under former defensive coordinator Jeff Hafley, cornerback was a premium position that played an outsized role in the scheme’s success, but the Packers never quite got the return on investment at the position before Hafley departed to become head coach of the Miami Dolphins.

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Green Bay Packers: RB’s Extension Signals Offensive Weapon’s Exit

Emanuel Wilson has been a reliable number two running back for the Green Bay Packers over the past two seasons, sometimes looking like a starting-caliber back.

Green Bay Packers News / Field Level Media / March 4

Packers re-sign RB Chris Brooks to 2-year, $4.85M deal

The Green Bay Packers agreed to a two-year, $4.85 million contract with running back Chris Brooks, his representatives at One West Sports Group confirmed Wednesday.

Malik Willis News / WI Sports Heroics / March 4

Packers linked to possible trade for perfect Malik Willis replacement

In Malik Willis, head coach Matt LaFleur and the Green Bay Packers had an ideal backup quarterback for Jordan Love, and could follow a similar playbook to mine his replacement.

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The 'Active NFL carries leaders' quiz

Can you name every active NFL player to tote the rock at least 900 times so far in their career?

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Grading Packers’ Re-Signing of Chris Brooks, Which Became Incredibly Vital

The Green Bay Packers on Wednesday, five days before the unofficial start of NFL free agency, re-signed running back Chris Brooks. According to his agency, One West Sports Group, Brooks signed a two-year, $4.85 million contract.

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2026 NFL Draft: 20 famous names who won't be drafted until the later rounds

Most of the NFL mock drafts focus on the early rounds, but there are still many prominent college players who will hear their names called later. These are just some of the big names that could hear their names in the later rounds.

NFL News / WI Sports Heroics / March 4

Packers urged to sign 1,000-yard back to pair with Josh Jacobs

How the Packers backfield takes shape ahead of and during free agency is going to be one of the team’s most compelling offseason storylines.

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

Brandon Aubrey News / Total Apex Sports / March 4

Green Bay Packers Reportedly Targeting Kicker Brandon Aubrey Amid Cowboys Contract Standoff

The Green Bay Packers have had much success at the expense of the Dallas Cowboys over the past decade. A new report suggests the team could do it again in the offseason.

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Grading What Could Be Packers’ Critical Re-Signing of Chris Brooks

Green Bay Packers News / WI Sports Heroics / March 4

Packers’ free agent comes with ‘buyer beware’ label for rest of the NFL

The Green Bay Packers have a big decision to make along the line of scrimmage. Top offensive tackle Rasheed Walker’s future is one that general manager

Green Bay Packers News / 5 GOATs / March 4

Locker room catches fire at Green Bay Packers’ Lambeau Field, causes evacuation

A fire broke out Tuesday afternoon inside a locker room at Lambeau Field, home of the NFL‘s Green Bay Packers, per the Green Bay Press Gazette. The fire was located in a new, auxiliary locker room which was completed in 2024.

Green Bay Packers News / WI Sports Heroics / March 4

Green Bay Packers sign depth running back to two-year deal ahead of NFL free agency

Last week, the Green Bay Packers made the decision not to tender restricted free agent Emanuel Wilson a contract for 2026. As a result, Wilson is set to become an unrestricted free agent when NFL free agency begins a week from today.

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2026 NFL Draft: Small-school prospects who will make a big impact

NFL prospects from major programs get most of the attention, but there are numerous examples of players drafted from small schools who have become difference-makers.

Green Bay Packers News / Total Apex Sports / March 4

Green Bay Packers Quay Walker Seemingly Hints At Offseason Fate With Team

It’s the time of the NFL year where social media channels are being watched intensely. Green Bay Packers linebacker Quay Walker may have sent a clear message about his future with the team by scrubbing his Instagram account of all Packers-related content.

Green Bay Packers News / Total Apex Sports / March 4

Green Bay Packers Re-Sign Third-Down Specialist Running Back To 2-Year Deal

The Green Bay Packers have made a key move to solidify their backfield depth, re-signing running back and special teams contributor Chris Brooks to a two-year, $4.85 million contract.

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The 'Active NFL carries leaders' quiz

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Packers Re-Sign ‘Dawg’ Running Back Before NFL Free Agency

The Green Bay Packers made their first pre-emptive strike into NFL free agency on Wednesday, signing running back Chris Brooks. According to his agency, One West Sports Group, it’s a two-year, $4.85 million deal.

Green Bay Packers News / A to Z Sports / March 4

Packers make their first free agency move, and it's a smart decision to gain more roster flexibility

The first domino of free agency for the Green Bay Packers has fallen. Running back Chris Brooks, who was set to hit restricted free agency, has extended his contract with the Packers signing a new two-year, $4.85 million deal.

Green Bay Packers News / NFLTradeRumors.co / March 4

Packers Re-Sign RB Chris Brooks To Two-Year, $4.85M Deal

The Green Bay Packers have re-signed RB Chris Brooks to a two-year, $4.85 million extension, his agency announced. Brooks, 25, signed on with the Dolphins

Green Bay Packers News / Green Bay Packers on SI / March 4

NFL Free Agency Preview: Potential Running Back Targets for Packers

With the start of NFL free agency just days away, Green Bay Packers general manager Brian Gutekunst has work to do at running back. Or at least plenty to consider.

Green Bay Packers News / Green Bay Packers on SI / March 4

NFL Free Agency Preview: Potential Receiver/Returner Targets for Packers

The Green Bay Packers won’t be looking to sign a receiver in free agency. Now, if that receiver can return kicks, that might be a different story. Here is a Packers-centric preview of NFL free agency, with Part 3 focusing on the receivers.

Rich Bisaccia News / WI Sports Heroics / March 4

Green Bay Packers: Rich Bisaccia makes first statement since leaving team for Clemson Tigers

The Green Bay Packers, unexpectedly, had to find a new special teams coordinator this off-season. After the NFL coach hiring cycle was just about over, Rich Bisaccia, who was also the team’s assistant head coach, informed the Packers that he was stepping down from his position.

Green Bay Packers News / WI Sports Heroics / March 4