Devonte Wyatt: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Packers rising defender nails exactly how he sees his role, and it comes right after the team made a major investment in his future

The Green Bay Packers made a big investment in Devonte Wyatt three years ago, taking him in the first round of the draft. This offseason, the team doubled down on him, picking up Wyatt's fifth-year option of $12.938 million for 2026.

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Former Georgia Bulldog Devonte Wyatt was tabbed as the Green Bay Packers' most underappreciated player. The Georgia Bulldogs have had a litany of players selected in the NFL draft over the years and Devonte Wyatt was one of them.

Green Bay Packers News / Green Bay Packers on SI / May 23

Packers’ Most Underappreciated Player? NFL.com Nails It

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NFL Insider Explains Why Packers Declined Fifth-Year Option On Former First-Rounder

The Green Bay Packers had until May 1st to decide whether to pick up Devonte Wyatt and Quay Walker's fifth-year options. Both have played significant snaps since being drafted in 2022, and General Manager Brian Gutekunst has expressed a desire to retain both players long-term.

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Packers took risks with their 5th-year option decisions

Green Bay failed to reach extensions with former first-round picks Quay Walker and Devonte Wyatt Ideally, teams would rather get long-term extensions done with players as early as possible.

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Report: Packers pick up 5th-year option on Devonte Wyatt

The Green Bay Packers are exercising their fifth-year option on defensive tackle Devonte Wyatt, their 2022 first-round pick, Fox Sports reported Wednesday.

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Packers to pick up DT Devonte Wyatt's fifth-year option

Another team with two fifth-year option decisions to make before Thursday’s deadline, the Packers will make one by deciding to extend a contract to 2026.

Green Bay Packers News / Acme Packing Co / April 22

What Quay Walker and Devonte Wyatt extensions could look like

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Packers Aim To Retain LB Quay Walker, DT Devonte Wyatt

In the case of linebacker Quay Walker and defensive tackle Devonte Wyatt, a decision will soon need to be made by the Packers. Their respective fifth-year options are due to be exercised or declined by the May 1 deadline, something general manager Brian Gutekunst spoke about during his pre-draft press conference.

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Green Bay Packers: Brian Gutekunst Announces Two Controversial 5th-Year Option Decisions

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Packers Update Fifth-Year Option Status of Quay Walker, Devonte Wyatt

Will the Green Bay Packers exercise the fifth-year options on 2022 first-round draft picks Quay Walker and Devonte Wyatt? That’s not just a million-dollar question.

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The Packers Should Not Pick Up the Fifth-Year Options of Quay Walker and Devonte Wyatt

The Green Bay Packers have a few more weeks to determine whether to pick up the fifth-year options of 2022 first-round draft picks Quay Walker and Devonte Wyatt.

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After an offseason with minimal spending, the Miami Dolphins have precise needs in the trenches. While the offensive line, mainly the left side, needs an overhaul, the Dolphins also desperately need defensive line help.

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Devonte Wyatt Eyes a Return to an Up And Coming Packers Pass Rush

The Packers pass rush played its best game since Week 3 last Sunday against the Houston Texans. For the majority of the season, Green Bay has struggled to pressure opposing quarterbacks.

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Analyst Names Packers Devonte Wyatt a 2024 Breakout Candidate

The Green Bay Packers defense is going to look different under Jeff Hafley in 2024 compared to Joe Barry. One of the players excited about the change is defensive tackle Devonte Wyatt.

Green Bay Packers News / PackersTalk.com / June 27

Devonte Wyatt to Make Big Strides In 2024

Devonte Wyatt played 552 defensive snaps in 2023, recording 45 pressures, 5.5 sacks, and 34 hurries. Moreover, he had a pass rush win rate of 16.1%. With the Packers switching to a 4-3 defense and a more aggressive style under Jeff Hafley, Wyatt’s strengths will be better utilized.

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Green Bay Packers Devonte Wyatt Predicts Major Jump in 2024

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