Pre-Minicamp Green Bay Packers 53-Man Roster Projection

Quarterback (3): Jordan Love, Malik Willis, Sean Clifford 

Jordan Love is the guy, and Malik Willis has proven to be an efficient backup quarterback. The Packers could also keep Sean Clifford as an emergency quarterback, which would not count against the active roster limit. Still, he makes the 53 in this projection.

Running Back (3): Josh Jacobs, MarShawn Llyod, Chris Brooks

Jacobs was one of the best running backs in the NFL last year. MarShawn Lloyd’s rookie season was limited to just six carries due to injury, but he should have opportunities to compete for the HB2 job. Meanwhile, Chris Brooks and Emanuel Wilson should compete for the HB3 spot, with Brooks’ stronger pass protection potentially giving him a slight edge.

Wide Receiver (6): Romeo Doubs, Jayden Reed, Dontayvion Wicks, Matthew Golden, Savion Williams, Bo Melton / PUP List: Christian Watson

Christian Watson is expected to return in the second half of the season and is a candidate to start the year on the PUP list. Romeo Doubs, Dontayvion Wicks, Jayden Reed, Matthew Golden, and Savion Williams should be roster locks, but the battle for the sixth spot between Malik Heath, Bo Melton, and Mecole Hardman will be one to watch.

Tight End (3): Tucker Kraft, Luke Musgrave, Ben Sims

Tucker Kraft’s outstanding 2024 season has solidified him as Green Bay’s top tight-end option. Luke Musgrave should continue to have a key role in 2025 as well. Meanwhile, the battle for the third tight end spot will likely come down to Ben Sims and John FitzPatrick, with Sims holding an early edge due to his contributions in the passing game.

Offensive Line (10): Zach Tom, Rasheed Walker, Jordan Morgan, Elgton Jenkins, Sean Rhyan, Anthony Belton, Aaron Banks, Travis Glover, John Williams, Jacob Monk

The Packers have versatility across the offensive line. Tom, Walker, Morgan, Banks, Belton, Jenkins, and Rhyan should make the final roster. There should be a good battle between Glover, Williams, Monk, Jennings, and Telfort for the extra spots. Green Bay might have a headache sorting out the final group, but it is the kind of problem a team wants to have.

Defensive Line (11): Kenny Clark, Devonte Wyatt, Karl Brooks, Warren Brinson, Nazir Stackhouse, Rashan Gary, Lukas Van Ness, Barryn Sorrell, Collin Oliver, Brenton Cox Jr., Kingsley Enagbare

You can never have too many pass rushers, and Nazir Stackhouse is the surprise player who makes the cut. He likely should have been a Day 3 pick, and the Packers are betting big on DeMarcus Covington to develop him, along with the rest of the defensive line.

Linebacker (5): Edgerrin Cooper, Quay Walker, Isaiah McDuffie, Ty'Ron Hopper, Isaiah Simmons 

As of May 1st, linebacker is the position with the least depth on Green Bay’s roster. Still, it has been a weak spot for the defense in recent years, and the team can never have too much depth.

Cornerback (4): Nate Hobbs, Carrington Valentine, Keisean Nixon, Kalen King

The low number of cornerbacks highlights the versatility of Green Bay’s safeties, especially their capability to play in the nickel. Jaire Alexander’s future is uncertain, but it seems likely that he and the Packers will part ways.

Safeties (5): Xavier McKinney, Evan Williams, Javon Bullard, Zayne Anderson, Kitan Oladapo

McKinney and Williams should see most of their time at post-safety, while Bullard should play closer to the line of scrimmage. Anderson played well at the end of the season and added valuable depth. Oladapo can continue to develop and contribute as a situational hybrid linebacker.

Special Teams (3): Daniel Whelan, Brandon McManus, Matthew Orzech

There should be no mystery in the kicking game, but the Packers might bring in some competition for Orzech.