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The Green Bay Packers‘ already-banged up cornerback room took another hit Sunday versus the Vikings when Keisean Nixon collided near full-speed with Devonte Wyatt on the sideline.

Green Bay Packers News / Green Bay Packers on SI / September 1

How a Young Cornerback Made Packers’ Roster

When asked who he thought might have come out of nowhere during the final game of the preseason to earn a spot on the Green Bay Packers’ 53-man roster,

Green Bay Packers News / A to Z Sports / August 27

Former Vols defender shows true value by surprisingly earning a spot on the Packers 53-man roster

Kamal Hadden was never a consistent player at Tennessee. And he hasn't been one for the Green Bay Packers. After a tough preseason Week 2 game against the Indianapolis Colts, it looked like the cornerback wouldn't make the initial 53-man roster.

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Green Bay Packers News / Green Bay Packers on SI / August 24

Will ‘Sticky’ Coverage Mean Sticking on Packers’ Roster?

While it’s true that you never get a second chance to make a first impression, it’s also true that the last impression can be the lasting impression. After missing a big chunk of training camp with a hip injury, Kamal Hadden struggled upon his return to the practice field last week.

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The biggest disappointments from the 2025 NFL season

All NFL players enter the season with high hopes, but sometimes seasons don't go as hoped. These 20 players have been some of the biggest disappointments early in the 2025 season.

Green Bay Packers News / Green Bay Packers on SI / August 24

Will ‘Sticky’ Coverage Mean Sticking on Packers’ Roster?

NFL News / Arrowhead Addict / August 16

Packers are giving two forgotten Chiefs DBs a surprising second chance

The Green Bay Packers secondary feels rather familiar these days. While it's uncertain whether any of the former Kansas City Chiefs on the Packers' offseason roster of 90 players will make it onto the 53-man version due before the start of the regular season—including wide receiver Mecole Hardman—it's interesting to see two ex-K.C.

Green Bay Packers News / A to Z Sports / June 3

Former Tennessee Vols defender receiving some unexpected first team reps during NFL minicamp

A former Tennessee Vols defensive back is reportedly receiving some first team reps during NFL minicamp this week. According to reporter Andy Herman,

Green Bay Packers News / A to Z Sports / April 29

Forgotten piece can become a real contributor after unique trajectory took him from the Vols to the Packers

It may sound weird that a player who had zero defensive snaps in 2024, 1.58% of the team's special teams snaps, could become a winner of the draft—and the entire offseason process.

NFL News / A to Z Sports / September 19, 2024

Former Tennessee DB Kamal Hadden had a great reaction to controversial incident involving former Lady Vols star

Former Tennessee Vols cornerback Kamal Hadden had a great reaction this week to an incident involving former Lady Vols standout Rickea Jackson. Earlier this week, Jackson, who was the No.

NFL News / A to Z Sports / September 2, 2024

Former Tennessee Vols CB Kamal Hadden gets quickly signed by NFL franchise after getting released by Chiefs

Former Tennessee Vols cornerback Kamal Hadden didn't make the Kansas City Chiefs' initial 53-man roster despite being selected by KC in the sixth round of the 2024 NFL Draft. Hadden, who played at Tennessee from 2021 to 2023, was among the Chiefs' final roster cuts last week. The former Vol, however, wasn't out of a job for long.

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Looking back at every NFL Christmas Day game

For years, Thanksgiving belonged to the NFL, but Christmas belonged to the NBA. Occasionally, an NFL game would fall on Christmas, but it was anomalous, even avoided if possible.

Green Bay Packers News / Green Bay Packers on SI / August 30, 2024

Packers Add Drafted Running Back, Starting Fullback to Practice Squad

The Green Bay Packers made two key additions to their practice squad on Friday, signing running back La’Mical Perine and fullback Andrew Beck. Plus, they added cornerback Kamal Hadden, a sixth-round pick by the Kansas City Chiefs in this year’s draft.

Kansas City Chiefs News / A to Z Sports / August 29, 2024

Former Tennessee Vols DB Kamal Hadden sends message after getting waived by the Kansas City Chiefs

Former Tennessee Vols cornerback Kamal Hadden was one of only three UT football players selected in the 2024 NFL Draft. (Hadden was selected by the Kansas City Chiefs in the sixth round of the draft.

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Kansas City Chiefs News / Kansas City Chiefs on SI / July 21, 2024

Kamal Hadden Updates Status on Shoulder, Training with Nic Jones

At long last, the Kansas City Chiefs' first full-team training camp practice of 2024 is here. Before that, though, general manager Brett Veach's rookie class got a chance to work during the week and continue adjusting to life as pros.

Kansas City Chiefs News / Arrowhead Pride / July 20, 2024

Kamal Hadden has a support system to help him find success

Leaning on teammates and coaches, Hadden is trying to learn as fast as he can. When you’re a late-round draft pick fighting to make the team, you must ensure you are constantly putting your best foot forward and learning the playbook as quickly as possible.

Kansas City Chiefs News / Yardbarker / June 25, 2024

Position battles to watch in Chiefs training camp

In 2024, the Chiefs aim to become the first team to three-peat as champions in the Super Bowl era. They kept their core intact but still have some roster questions.

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Kansas City Chiefs News / NFL Draft on SI / June 13, 2024

Kansas City Chiefs' Day 3 pick, Year 1 starter: CB Kamal Hadden

Steve Spagnuolo became the Chiefs' defensive coordiantor in 2019, and over the time since, Spags and his staff have been pretty amazing at taking later-round defensive backs and turning them into stars.

Kansas City Chiefs News / Yardbarker / June 10, 2024

A pessimist's guide to the 2024 Kansas City Chiefs

In 2024, the Kansas City Chiefs aim to become the first team to three-peat as champions in the Super Bowl era. However, that won't be a cakewalk. Here's why Kansas City should be worried next season.

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Kansas City Chiefs News / A to Z Sports / June 5, 2024

Chiefs CB Kamal Hadden reminds his coach of an underrated former player who helped win Super Bowl LIV

Kansas City Chiefs rookie CB Kamal Hadden has got off to a good start with his new team. The sixth-round draft pick is back healthy after a shoulder injury shortened his 2023 college football season — a season where he still managed the lowest (7.0) passer rating in the FBS.

Kansas City Chiefs News / A to Z Sports / May 11, 2024

Chiefs insider makes early 53-man roster prediction for former Tennessee Vols CB Kamal Hadden

Former Tennessee Vols cornerback Kamal Hadden was selected by the Kansas City Chiefs in the sixth round (No. 211 overall) of the 2024 NFL Draft. Hadden

Kansas City Chiefs News / Kansas City Chiefs on SI / May 5, 2024

Rookie Chiefs CB Kamal Hadden Praises Steve Spagnuolo, 'Thankful for the Opportunity' in First Season

The Kansas City Chiefs have been remarkably effective at developing cornerbacks under defensive coordinator Steve Spagnuolo and defensive backs coach Dave Merritt, and now rookie sixth-round pick Kamal Hadden is in line to be KC's next cornerback success story.

College Football News / College Football Dawgs / April 29, 2024

3 Tennessee Volunteers Selected on Day 3 of NFL Draft

Three of coach Josh Heupel’s 2023 Tennessee Volunteers were selected on day three of the NFL Draft. Running back Jaylen Wright, quarterback Joe Milton III and defensive back Kamal Hadden heard their names called to join NFL squads .

Kansas City Chiefs News / Kansas City Chiefs on SI / April 27, 2024

Kamal Hadden 'So Thankful' for Joining Chiefs in 2024 NFL Draft

In recent offseasons, Kansas City Chiefs general manager Brett Veach has earned a reputation for numerous things. One of them, which ranks at or near the top of the list, is his ability to work with his staff to find valuable defensive backs on Day 3 of the draft.