Georgia DT Drops Three-Word Message After Signing With Packers

Originally posted on Athlon Sports | By Felipe Reis Aceti | Last updated May 3, 2025 9:30 AM ET

The Green Bay Packers had only eight selections in the 2025 NFL Draft, the fewest in the Brian Gutekunst era. Therefore, it was reasonable to anticipate they would be active in undrafted free agency to fill the remaining roster spots.

As of May 2, the Packers have signed 10 undrafted free agents. Two players were potential draft picks, while another pair were Wisconsin natives. The group includes three offensive linemen, two running backs, and three defensive backs.

One of these players is a defensive tackle from Georgia, who The Athletic's Dane Brugler had projected as a Day 3 pick. Despite going undrafted, he shared a positive three-word message on social media after signing with Green Bay.

"Delayed not denied," Nazir Stackhouse said on X after Day 3 of the NFL Draft. He went on to sign with the Packers hours later.

Stackhouse developed into a consistent contributor over five seasons at Georgia. After seeing limited action as a reserve in 2020 and 2021, he became a full-time starter in 2022, earning second-team All-SEC honors while helping the Bulldogs win another national title.

He repeated that honor in 2023, starting all 14 games and recording 24 tackles, three tackles for loss, two sacks, and an interception. In his final season in 2024, Stackhouse played in 14 games with 13 starts, posting 27 tackles, a tackle for loss, and a pass breakup.

Stackhouse needs development as a pass rusher, but he is a reliable run defender. He earned an 83.1 run defense grade from PFF in his final season at Georgia. With T.J. Slaton—Green Bay’s best interior run stopper—gone in free agency, Stackhouse could have a shot at carving out a role early.

One of the lessons Super Bowl LIX taught is how valuable it is to have depth along the defensive line. The Packers should see some real competition to back up Devonte Wyatt and Kenny Clark. Fans should not sleep on Stackhouse—he has the tools to become a reliable run-stuffer in this league. Under proper coaching, he could develop into a starting-caliber player in the front seven.

This article first appeared on Athlon Sports and was syndicated with permission.

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