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Green Bay Packers News / A to Z Sports / September 8

Packers’ recent addition may be the missing piece that unlocks a hugely impactful offensive strategy

Jonnu Smith signing has potential to unlock Matt LaFleur’s offense in ways Green Bay desperately needs. The Green Bay Packers signed tight end Jonnu Smith in free agency last week right before the regular season, and the move has the potential to transform an area of the offense that has underachieved.

NFL News / A to Z Sports / September 8

Packers have 3 questions to answer right away when their 2026 season opens against the Vikings

Green Bay faces Minnesota on Sunday at the U.S. Bank Stadium, and the NFC North race won’t wait. The Green Bay Packers open the 2026 regular season on Sunday against the Minnesota Vikings, and the team has three significant questions to answer early in the campaign.

Micah Parsons News / Athlon Sports / September 8

Micah Parsons Reacts to Packers’ Decision Before Vikings Game

Micah Parsons will have to watch from the sidelines as the Green Bay Packers begin their 2026 regular season Sunday against the Minnesota Vikings. The

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Brandon Cisse News / The Packers Post / September 8

Packers Rookie Brandon Cisse Will Be Tested Immediately Against the Vikings

The Green Bay Packers used their top pick in the 2026 NFL Draft to add cornerback Brandon Cisse. The second rounder out of South Carolina won a starting job in training camp but will be thrust right into the fire in Week 1 in Minnesota.

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When will every NFL team lose its first game in 2026?

All 32 teams have hope for a perfect 17-0 regular season as another year begins, but the odds aren't in their favor. As the season opens, we predict the first loss for each team in 2026.

Green Bay Packers News / A to Z Sports / September 8

Packers’ solution to a major early-season problem may come from a surprising place on the defensive side of the ball

Green Bay’s plan to solve the pass rush problem without Micah Parsons should come from the interior of the defensive line. The Green Bay Packers who are

Green Bay Packers News / HITC / September 8

‘Players don’t know me’ – Packers outcast warns NFL opponents will learn about him the hard way

Green Bay Packers running back MarShawn Lloyd has sent a warning out to the rest of the league. The Packers get their season up and running on Sunday, with an NFC North clash against the Minnesota Vikings.

Tucker Kraft News / NFL on ClutchPoints / September 8

Why Vikings clash is ‘like a home page’ for Packers’ Tucker Kraft

Tucker Kraft is back, and he’s ready to wreck havoc again. After his breakout 2025 season was cut short with an injury, the Green Bay Packers tight end is ready to pick up where he left off.

Green Bay Packers News / Viral Sports News / September 8

Packers Grab Attention With Blatant Micah Parsons Snub

The Green Bay Packers announced their 2026 team captains on Monday, and the roster of names immediately stood out for who was not included. Quarterback Jordan Love, tight end Tucker Kraft, linebacker Isaiah McDuffie and safety Xavier McKinney will wear the C again this season.

Matthew Golden News / NFL on ClutchPoints / September 7

Packers WR Matthew Golden drops a confident take on his NFL Year 2

Green Bay Packers wide receiver Matthew Golden enters his second NFL season expecting more opportunities and says he plans to make the most of them. The 23-year-old is projected for a larger role after the Packers reshaped their receiver room this offseason.

Zaire Franklin News / Viral Sports News / September 7

Packers Make Surprising Zaire Franklin Announcement

The Green Bay Packers have named their five season-long captains for the 2026 NFL campaign, and one selection stands out more than the rest. Linebacker Zaire Franklin, acquired from the Indianapolis Colts only this past March, will wear the C in his first year with the franchise.

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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.

Green Bay Packers News / Athlon Sports / September 7

Packers Announce Five Team Captains Ahead of Week 1

Expectations are high this season for the Green Bay Packers, and the team officially kicked off the year on Monday by announcing their team captains. There are not many surprises for the players who were selected, although there were some names that were notably left out of the group.

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Green Bay Packers News / PackersTalk.com / September 8

Six Players to Watch for in the Packers’ Season Opener

We’re officially six days away from Green Bay Packers football. As we eagerly await kickoff, here’s six players to keep an eye on when the season kicks off at Lambeau Field.

Green Bay Packers News / A to Z Sports / September 7

Packers hold a major advantage in Tucker Kraft contract talks, and one overlooked detail explains why

The franchise tag isn’t necessarily what the Packers want to apply, but it can be useful to help the team during negotiations. The Green Bay Packers are working toward a contract extension with tight end Tucker Kraft, and the franchise tag gives them a significant negotiation advantage.

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

Six Days Until Week 1: Six Reasons Why Packers Could Have Dumpster Fire Season

The Green Bay Packers are built to win. After three consecutive playoff appearances, it’s time for them to take the next step. However, after settling for nine wins last season and flaming out in the first round of the playoffs again, there are reasons to believe this season could be a step backward instead of a giant leap forward.

Albert Breer News / NFL on ClutchPoints / September 7

Albert Breer asks all the questions that will determine Packers’ Super Bowl fate

The Green Bay Packers ended the 2025 season with a crushing playoff loss. Green Bay spent the offseason preparing themselves to make another deep playoff run during the 2026 season.

Green Bay Packers News / Yardbarker / September 7

Insider makes Jordan Love prediction amid absence of Josh Jacobs

The Green Bay Packers will be down two key starters for the season opener. What does it mean for quarterback Jordan Love?

Packers’ Jordan Love, Micah Parsons trolled by Bears fans at Chicago event

Packers GM Brian Gutekunst Shoots Down Josh Sweat Trade Rumors

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Green Bay Packers News / The Packers Post / September 7

Ten Bold Predictions for the Green Bay Packers in 2026

The 2026 NFL season is fast approaching and after an eventful offseason, the Green Bay Packers are hoping to be contenders for the NFC North title but they also have several significant questions to answer.

Green Bay Packers News / PackersTalk.com / September 6

Packers Are Just A Week Out From Game One And A New Season

We are just a week away from the Packers and Vikings kicking off in Minnesota! And with the new season just beginning, there are a ton of questions that need to be and will be answered soon enough.

Green Bay Packers News / Athlon Sports / September 5

Several key X-factors headline the Packers' offense in 2026

The Green Bay Packers enter Week 1 with plenty of question marks on both sides of the ball. However, several X-factors on offense could make or break the 2026 season.

Josh Jacobs News / Pro Football Rumors / September 4

First Hearing For RB Josh Jacobs Moved To Next Week

With Packers running back Josh Jacobs getting placed on the exempt/commissioner’s list earlier this week, the legal proceedings for the 28-year-old have been moved up significantly.

Jordan Love expresses confidence in MarShawn Lloyd amid Josh Jacobs uncertainty

A closer look at Green Bay Packers new RB Kaleb Johnson

Could Chris Brooks be a star running back for the Packers in 2026?

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Green Bay Packers News / Yardbarker / September 3