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Xavier McKinney Says Offseason Signings Bring Something the Packers Have Been Missing

The Green Bay Packers have built one of the NFL’s youngest rosters over the last several seasons. That youth movement, with play from players like Xavier McKinney, helped the team reach the playoffs three straight years, but it also may have exposed one major weakness: experience.

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Brutal: Christian Watson locks in $110 million extension

Christian Watson locks in $110 million extension Christian Watson just locked in a contract that sets a new bar for wide receiver salaries. The Packers signed Watson to an $110.5 million extension that includes a $31 million signing bonus, as reported by ESPN.

Josh Jacobs News / HITC / June 7

Back in action or risky move? Josh Jacobs returns as legal proceedings grind on

Josh Jacobs is back on the training field for the Packers, but his legal situation remains unresolved. The team hasn’t made any changes to their usual backfield rotation while things play out.

Green Bay Packers News / Green Bay Packers on SI / June 7

For Packers to Take Next Step, These Players Must Take Giant Step Forward

The Green Bay Packers were active in free agency this offseason. Well, as active as they could be, that is. The last two years they were shopping at the top of the free-agent market with the additions of Josh Jacobs, Xavier McKinney, Aaron Banks and Nate Hobbs.

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The ''Madden' cover athletes' quiz

Some of the greatest players in NFL history have graced the cover of "Madden." How many of these players can you name in five minutes?

The 'Offensive Rookies of the Year' quiz

The 'Passing leaders by NFL team' quiz

The 'Most career passing touchdowns' quiz

NFL News / Yardbarker / June 7

Cowboys urged to cut ties with player not filling Micah Parsons void

Cowboys urged to cut ties with player who isn't filling Micah Parsons void

The Dallas Cowboys made a blockbuster trade before the 2025 season when they sent edge-rusher Micah Parsons to the Green Bay Packers, who ultimately signed him to a four-year, $188 million deal.

Cowboys legend has a worrisome George Pickens take

Cowboys HC reveals what Pickens is missing with OTA absences

Broncos get reality check about Jaylen Waddle trade

Dolphins reporter shares alarming Malik Willis, Quinn Ewers update

NFC East schedule breakdown: Toughest four-game stretches in 2026

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The greatest all-time linebacker in for every NFL franchise

Yardbarker's best-of NFL positional series continues with linebackers. This does not cover pure pass-rushing threats -- we will get to them -- but rather true off-ball defenders who thrived as traditional inside and outside 'backers.

Green Bay Packers News / Green Bay Packers on SI / June 6

Packers Rookie Progress Report: Who’s Rising Up Depth Chart?

Two weeks down, two weeks to go. The Green Bay Packers’ offseason will continue with next week’s mandatory minicamp. Three practices are on the schedule, though coach Matt LaFleur could scrap one for a team-building event.

Green Bay Packers News / Green Bay Packers on SI / June 6

Best- And Worst-Case Scenarios for Packers’ Rookie Class

The Green Bay Packers’ rookie class is beginning to acclimate itself to the professional game as they’ve been through two weeks of OTAs and will go through the team’s mandatory minicamp next week.

Green Bay Packers News / The Packers Post / June 6

Ranking the Top Green Bay Packers Quarterbacks By Decade from 1960-Present

The Green Bay Packers have had their share of elite quarterbacks since the days of Vince Lombardi in the 1960s. They include Hall of Famers like Bart Starr, Brett Favre and future Hall of Famer Aaron Rodgers.

Green Bay Packers News / Green Bay Packers on SI / June 5

100 Days Until Kickoff; 100 Facts, Predictions About 2026 Packers

Exactly 100 days from today, on Sunday, Sept. 13, the Green Bay Packers will start their 108th season with a rivalry matchup against the Minnesota Vikings.

Green Bay Packers News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The 'Active multi-TD-catch games leaders' quiz

How many of the active NFL players to catch multiple touchdowns in the same game at least five times can you name in five minutes?

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The way-too-early 2027 NFL first-round mock draft

With the 2026 draft in the books, teams are already looking toward 2027. Here's our way-too-early 2027 NFL mock draft, as of April 27, 2026.

Let's tap the brakes on the hype for Arch Manning for 2027 NFL Draft

Round 1 of the 2027 NFL Draft projected to be top-heavy with QBs

Five non-quarterback stars to know before 2027 NFL Draft

2026 NFL Draft: First-round grades

25 late-round draft picks who will impact the 2026 NFL season

Green Bay Packers News / Yardbarker / June 5

Packers working on two crucial extensions after Christian Watson deal

The Green Bay Packers made one of the most polarizing moves of the 2026 offseason. And there are more on the way.

Packers betting big on Christian Watson with lucrative extension

Packers hit with negative Micah Parsons injury update

Packers' Micah Parsons likely won't play before mid-October

The 'Active 140-yard, two TD catch games' quiz

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The ''Madden' cover athletes' quiz

The 'Last 30-point NBA Finals game' quiz

The 'Most 1,400-yard NFL seasons' quiz

The 'Most field goals-per-game by playoffs' quiz

Micah Parsons News / PackersTalk.com / June 5

Packers Fans Will Love Micah Parsons Latest Comments

The Green Bay Packers have been in the news for a variety of reasons in the past couple weeks. The most recent rumor floating around was an attempt to bring in Cardinals DL Josh Sweat.

NFL News / A to Z Sports / June 5

Micah Parsons gives Packers reason for optimism with revealing assessment of rookie making strong early impression

Rookie fourth-round edge defender Dani Dennis-Sutton has shown traits early on, and Parsons thinks he can be a really good piece on the defense. Micah Parsons knows he will miss the first few games of the regular season, but there’s a significant silver lining building up for the Green Bay Packers.

Christian Watson News / NFL on ClutchPoints / June 5

Packers’ Christian Watson speaks on competitiveness after big contract

One of the biggest concerns with young players is their first contract. It’s not uncommon to see young stars play worse after earning their first big deal, as they put less effort into their play.

Christian Watson News / NFL on ClutchPoints / June 4

Insider pinpoints Packers’ next ‘priority’ after Christian Watson contract

The Green Bay Packers have had success with one of the youngest rosters in the NFL in recent years, but the bill is coming due. Now, the Packers are having to pay up to keep some of their young stars around after the 2026 season.

Green Bay Packers News / Total Apex Sports / June 4

NFL Analyst Praises Green Bay Packers Underrated 2026 Draft Class

The Green Bay Packers entered the 2026 NFL Draft without a first-round pick after trading significant draft capital for superstar edge rusher Micah Parsons.

Christian Watson News / The Forkball / June 4

Packers, Christian Watson Agree to Four-Year, $110.5M Extension

The receiving room remains a major priority for the Green Bay Packers, and the franchise continued its offseason investment by agreeing to a lucrative extension with wide receiver Christian Watson.

Micah Parsons News / NFL on ClutchPoints / June 4

Why Micah Parsons already has his eyes on Packers’ Week 14 matchup with Bills

The Green Bay Packers are preparing for the upcoming 2026-27 season with the hopes of finding a more successful campaign after an early exit from the playoffs last year.