Mekhi Becton: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Green Bay Packers News / Pro Football Rumors / October 26

Packers Sign G Mekhi Becton From PS, Place C Jacob Monk On IR

The Packers swapped offensive lineman on their active roster on Monday, placing Jacob Monk on injured reserve and promoting Mekhi Becton from the practice squad.

Green Bay Packers News / Packers Coverage / October 26

Green Bay Packers Make Move for Former First-Round Pick

The Green Bay Packers elevated offensive lineman Mekhi Becton from the practice squad to the active roster on Monday, addressing depth concerns after a difficult Week 7 loss to the Detroit Lions.

Green Bay Packers News / A to Z Sports / October 26

Packers make roster move that hints at specific offensive line competition, and one weak spot could finally face a real challenge

Green Bay promoted guard Mekhi Becton from the practice squad and placed Jacob Monk on injured reserve after a costly afternoon against Detroit. The Green Bay Packers made a roster move on Monday that signals a competition is coming on the offensive line.

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Mekhi Becton News / NFLTradeRumors.co / October 26

Packers Promote G Mekhi Becton

The Green Bay Packers announced they have signed G Mekhi Becton from the practice squad to the active roster. The Packers placed C Jacob Monk on injured reserve in a corresponding move.

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Green Bay Packers News / A to Z Sports / October 21

Packers quietly stashed intriguing long-term option along the offensive line on practice squad while aging veterans hold the fort

Green Bay added three offensive linemen during the season to patch the guard spots, and only one of them is young enough to factor into the 2027 plans.

Green Bay Packers News / A to Z Sports / October 9

Packers’ decision to pass on veteran offensive linemen before the season exposes a philosophy that backfired

Kevin Zeitler, Laken Tomlinson, and Mekhi Becton were all options for Green Bay ahead of the regular season, and the front office went in another direction.

Green Bay Packers News / Packers Coverage / September 30

Packers fans will love Kevin Zeitler's first comments after signing

The Green Bay Packers moved again Wednesday to stabilize an offensive line that has been among the NFL’s worst through three weeks, signing veteran guard Kevin Zeitler to a one-year contract and putting him on the practice field the same day.

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Green Bay Packers News / Athlon Sports / September 29

Green Bay Packers Add Veteran Linemen as Protection Problems Mount

The Green Bay Packers continued to address their battered offensive line Monday, signing veteran offensive lineman Mekhi Becton to the practice squad after a workout.

Green Bay Packers News / Green Bay Packers on SI / September 29

Packers Host Veteran Guard Kevin Zeitler on Free-Agent Visit; Here’s How He’d Fit

Better late than never? The Green Bay Packers are continuing to look into ways to bolster their offensive line. Veteran guard Laken Tomlinson was signed off the practice squad of the Dallas Cowboys on Saturday.

Green Bay Packers News / Green Bay Packers on SI / September 29

Packers Hosting Former Wisconsin Badger on a Free Agent Visit

Better late than never? The Green Bay Packers are continuing to look into ways to bolster their offensive line. Veteran guard Laken Tomlinson was signed off the practice squad of the Dallas Cowboys on Saturday.

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Green Bay Packers News / Pro Football Rumors / September 29

Packers Meet With G Kevin Zeitler

The Packers’ guard room already became much older via the additions of Laken Tomlinson and Mekhi Becton. The team is still on the hunt for repairs at the position, and one of the most experienced blockers in NFL history is on the radar.

Green Bay Packers News / Packers Coverage / September 28

Packers Terminate Contract of Massive 320-Pound Defender

The Green Bay Packers terminated the practice-squad contract of defensive tackle Eric Johnson II on Monday, one of four official roster moves announced after the NFL transaction wire processed the team’s latest changes.

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NFL News / Field Level Media / September 28

Report: Packers signing veteran OL Mekhi Becton

The Green Bay Packers are signing offensive lineman Mekhi Becton after a Monday workout, ESPN reported. The former first-round pick will join the practice squad as the Packers (1-2) prepare for Sunday's game at Tampa Bay.

NFL News / NFL on ClutchPoints / September 28

Packers beat Steelers for former 1st-round pick in desperate attempt to fix dire OL situation

The offensive line is a major concern for the Green Bay Packers so far this season. Jordan Love appears to be running for his life on nearly every pass play, the run game can’t get going, and the offense has had multiple drives stalled through three games.

NFL News / Pro Football Rumors / September 28

Packers To Sign OL Mekhi Becton

The Packers have lined up another offensive line addition. Mekhi Becton is set to join Green Bay, ESPN’s Jeremy Fowler reports. This deal comes after Becton worked out with the Packers earlier this morning.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Pittsburgh Steelers on SI / September 28

Steelers Had Interest in Super Bowl Champion Guard

The Pittsburgh Steelers reportedly were in the running for a veteran offensive lineman who has gone on to sign with the Green Bay Packers. According to NFL insider Jordan Schultz, the Steelers were interested in Mekhi Becton before he joined the Green Bay Packers, believing the latter presented a better opportunity for him.

Green Bay Packers News / Packers Coverage / September 28

Packers Roll Dice on Former Highly Touted Draft Pick

The Green Bay Packers are signing veteran offensive guard Mekhi Becton, adding a former first-round pick and Super Bowl champion as they try to stabilize an offensive line battered by injuries and poor protection through the first three weeks of the season.

NFL News / Athlon Sports / September 25

Philadelphia Still Giving Mekhi Becton Cold Shoulder

The Philadelphia Eagles welcomed former standout tight end Zack Ertz back into the fold earlier this week. However, another former Eagle still remains on the outside looking in.

Philadelphia Eagles News / A to Z Sports / September 23

Super Bowl champion pleads his case to return to Eagles, and Philly should absolutely make the call

Former Eagles guard Mekhi Becton found his career revival in Philadelphia and could provide an immediate upgrade on a struggling offensive line. The Philadelphia Eagles have questions on the offensive line, and a familiar face is practically begging to come back and answer them.

Philadelphia Eagles News / Athlon Sports / September 23

Former Eagle Makes Not-So-Subtle Pitch for Eagles Reunion

Howie Roseman is always looking to improve the Philadelphia Eagles’ roster, regardless of the team’s level of success. Following Zach Ertz’s re-signing

NFL News / NFL on ClutchPoints / September 23

Mekhi Becton sends clear response to Eagles fan over potential reunion

The Philadelphia Eagles had issues with their offensive line last season, but the unit has been a clear problem through the first two weeks of the 2026 campaign.

NFL News / Yardbarker / September 2

Three former first-round picks who deserve one final NFL opportunity

Maybe Joey Bosa is finished. Maybe Haason Reddick’s best days disappeared during that ridiculous Jets holdout. And maybe Mekhi Becton will never become the blocker teams imagined when he entered the league.

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NFL News / Yardbarker / May 20

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Los Angeles Chargers News / Pro Football Rumors / March 4

Chargers Plan To Release G Mekhi Becton

Already holding more than $84MM in cap space, the Chargers are prepared to create more soon. They are planning to release Mekhi Becton, ESPN’s Jeremy Fowler reports.