Packers’ Top Free Agents: Who Will Stay In 2026?

Pro Football Focus lists Green Bay’s left tackle Rasheed Walker as the Packer the team can least afford to lose.

PFF’s Bradley Locker stated this as his argument for the Packers to prioritize signing Walker before he jets to another team.

“The Packers’ offense has several stars, which leaves players like Walker overshadowed,” he writes. “But as the past two seasons demonstrate, he’s been a good pass blocker. In that span, Walker’s 77.5 PFF pass-blocking grade ranks 15th among 52 qualified tackles, and he’s yielded just eight sacks.”

Being just 25 years old and having two years of solid experience as a starter under his belt, Walker could demand big money on the open market. Spotrac projects he could jump from his 2025 salary of $3.4 million to well north of $20 million in 2026, which is roughly the average compensation for an NFL left tackle.

While Walker may be worthy of such a hefty raise, Bill Huber of si.com argues the Packers have someone with experience waiting in the wings to replace him immediately.

“The Packers didn’t draft Jordan Morgan in the first round in 2024 for him to stand on the sideline,” he argues. “After missing most of his rookie season with a shoulder injury, Morgan in 2025 started games at left guard, right guard and right tackle. Finally, when Walker and most of the starters were rested in Week 18, Morgan got to start at his natural position.”

Matters off the field may determine Walker’s fate in Green Bay when he was arrested in January for attempting to check a firearm at LaGuardia Airport in New York. A court date of March 18 was set to decide on the issue.

If the incident potentially drops Walker’s value, the Packers could determine if he is worth the hassle. A possible four-year, $80+ million deal, with Morgan ready to step in, should be deemed too rich for Green Bay’s blood.

Packers FA Priority #2: Romeo Doubs

During his four years as a Packer, Romeo Doubs has battled through several injuries to become one of the offense’s most trusted performers. He is one of only three players in team history to post 40-plus catches, 400-plus receiving yards, and three-plus receiving TDs in each of his first three NFL seasons. The others are WRs James Lofton (1978-80) and Greg Jennings (2006-08).

In 2025, Doubs caught 55 passes with six touchdowns, and he has averaged over 50 receptions in each of his four years.

Because of his athleticism and production, Doubs has become the target of many teams’ free agent searches.

According to Bleacher Report’s Alex Kay, the Pittsburgh Steelers should make adding a wide receiver their top priority in free agency, with Doubs standing out as the most logical target.

“Romeo Doubs would be a sensible No. 2 choice to pair with Metcalf in 2026,” he wrote. “He is coming off a career year with the Packers, one in which he posted a 55/724/6 line despite a litany of competition in a crowded receiving corps.”

That congested receiver’s room in Green Bay just may be the reason why Doubs becomes expendable on March 11. With Jayden Reed, Dontayvion Wicks, Christian Watson, and Matthew Golden already entrenched at wideout, there may be less room and fewer touches for Doubs.

Rumors on other potential landing spots for Doubs have recently surfaced. The San Francisco 49ers are reportedly interested in his services if current Niner Jauan Jennings proves too expensive. The Buffalo Bills, who are desperately seeking help at receiver, could also be a player in the Doubs sweepstakes.

Doubs earned roughly $3.4 million in 2025, the final season under his rookie contract. Spotrac projects his market value to balloon to over $12 million this season.

In the playoff loss to the Chicago Bears, Doubs arguably had his finest game of the season, corralling 8 catches for 124 yards and a touchdown. With the improving health and productivity of Watson, along with the budding potential of first-round pick Golden, there may be less money left for Doubs.

Packers FA Priority #3: Quay Walker

Relatively speaking, the projected haul linebacker Quay Walker is expected to reap in 2026 is not as hefty as one may think. That, along with the projected bump in the team’s salary cap, may just keep him in Green Bay once the free-agent market sorts out.

According to Tom Pelissero of the NFL Network, “the NFL informed clubs today it is projecting a 2026 salary cap in the range of $301.2 million to $305.7 million per club, per source. That would represent another significant jump from this year’s $279.2 million cap number.” That means the Packers have a bit more room to pay players, like Walker, who are ready for a raise but will not break the bank.

Walker’s production was solid in 2025, a year in which he earned a reported $4.41 million. He recorded a team-high 128 tackles, eight of them for a loss. Spotrac projects a healthy raise for him in 2026, but not exponentially like Green Bay’s other free agents. They and others believe Walker will fall into the $8-$10 million range, while The Ringer feels he could demand up to $15 million next year.

One possible destination for Walker is with the Washington Commanders. Bill Horgan of Hogs Haven reports that veteran Bobby Wagner, a mainstay with the Commanders’ linebacking corps, may retire or explore his chances in free agency. If that happens, Washington could be in the market for a younger version.

Zachary Perelus of CBS Sports writes that the Commanders and Walker are a match made in “hog” heaven.

“Washington desperately needs to add youth, speed and athleticism across the defense especially, and the 25-year-old [Quay] Walker fits the bill for what should be an overhauled unit,” he wrote.

Green Bay is open to keeping Walker, but he simply may be too expensive and find greener pastures elsewhere. If the Packers can somehow retain Walker on the cheap, meaning under $10 million, they must certainly explore avenues to do so. Teaming up with Edgerrin Cooper for two years has solidified that position for Green Bay, and it would mean one less move to ponder.

End Of My Green Bay Packers Rant: Money Talks In Today’s NFL

While the three free agents mentioned previously will demand strict attention, Packers fans may be wondering about a fourth that they want back.

What about quarterback Malik Willis?

Willis performed admirably in his backup role behind starter Jordan Love. He came in midway through a regular-season game at Chicago, and he completed 9-of-11 passes in his reserve role against the Bears.

Willis’s ability to come in cold and be productive over the last two seasons in Green Bay could not have happened at a better time. He is projected as the 2nd-best quarterback option in free agency, and his price tag will be far more than the Packers can afford for a backup.

Concerning Green Bay’s top three free agent priorities, the choices the Packers make with them will coincide with who they judge to be expendable salary-cap casualties. In addition, they have to factor in who they want to acquire via free agency or in April’s draft.

Unfortunately for Packers fans, there is an economic reality that must be observed. Money will ensure that one or more of their favorite players will be wearing a different uniform in 2026.