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On YouTubeGreen Bay Packers News / Green Bay Packers on SI / October 27
Packers Bench $48 Million Starter
Last week, the Green Bay Packers gave cornerback Nate Hobbs a vote of confidence. On Sunday, they gave him a seat on the bench. In a stunning development considering Hobbs was given a four-year, $48 million contract in free agency, the Packers benched him for Sunday night’s victory over the Pittsburgh Steelers.
NFL News / Yardbarker / October 27
Matt LaFleur explains plan for Packers' disappointing offseason signee
The Green Bay Packers knew they needed some secondary help in the offseason, so general manager Brian Gutekunst went into the free agency pool to find a cornerback.
Green Bay Packers News / WI Sports Heroics / October 27
NFC rival scoops up CB linked to Packers as Nate Hobbs replacement
The Green Bay Packers have a Nate Hobbs problem on their hands. Their $48 million free agency splash played four snaps Sunday’s game in Pittsburgh, essentially his second absence this season as he deals with a knee injury.
The 'Active 140-yard, two TD catch games' quiz
How many of the active NFL players to rack up at least 140 receiving yards and catch two touchdowns in one game can you name in six minutes?
Green Bay Packers News / Green Bay Packers on SI / October 24
While Ex-Packers Cornerback Excels, They’re Not Counting Out Nate Hobbs
The Green Bay Packers conducted an extreme makeover on their cornerback corps this offseason. So far, the results headed into Sunday night’s game at Aaron Rodgers and the Pittsburgh Steelers have been … curious.
32 notable NFL QBs who were acquired well into the season
It's uncommon, but not unheard of, for notable QBs to change teams -- via trade, free agency, or waiver claim -- at the 11th hour or during a season. Here are the top instances of QBs relocating late and making an impact that season.
Green Bay Packers News / WI Sports Heroics / October 24
How the Green Bay Packers’ Coaching Staff Can Solve Their Nate Hobbs Problem
Many of the concerns with Green Bay Packers defense lie with cornerback Nate Hobbs. One of the summer’s big free agent acquisitions, Hobbs has so far not met expectations within the fanbase.
Green Bay Packers News / WI Sports Heroics / October 23
Packers called out for $125 million free-agency flop
The Green Bay Packers‘ top two free agency moves have not panned out as planned.
Green Bay Packers News / WI Sports Heroics / October 22
Packers Eye Cornerback Trade as Nate Hobbs Struggles Ahead of Week 8
In a scheme built on dominant secondary play, the Green Bay Packers’ cornerbacks have been wildly inconsistent throughout the season. With Nate Hobbs struggling and talk of a possible benching swirling, Jeff Hafley’s defense faces serious questions heading into Week 8 against Aaron Rodgers, D.K.
Green Bay Packers News / WI Sports Heroics / October 22
Packers’ suggested trade target has them upgrading from Nate Hobbs disaster
The Green Bay Packers‘ Nate Hobbs signing has not aged well. Handed a four-year, $48 million contract, the former Raider was supposed to replace the oft-injured Jaire Alexander.
Green Bay Packers News / Total Apex Sports / October 20
Matt LaFleur Expresses Confidence In Nate Hobbs After Rough Week 7 Performance
In the NFL, the spotlight shines brightest on the players who make the biggest plays, but it can be just as intense for those who endure a difficult day.
Green Bay Packers News / WI Sports Heroics / October 8
Packers could see breakout star emerge on defense in weeks ahead
Through the season’s first five weeks, the Packers rank 11th against the pass.
2026 first-round NFL mock draft: Three QBs in the top 10
With the month of September in the books, both the top college prospects and 2026 NFL draft order are coming into focus. Here's a look at our latest first-round NFL mock draft as of October 13, 2025.
Green Bay Packers News / WI Sports Heroics / September 23
Packers’ so-called weak link is locked in and locking down, opponent passing stats suggest through 3 games
Entering the season, cornerback was a concern for the Green Bay Packers. After releasing Jaire Alexander, they committed to a group led by Keisean Nixon, Nate Hobbs, and Carrington Valentine.
Green Bay Packers News / WI Sports Heroics / September 10
Packers injury report reveals concerning development at cornerback
The Green Bay Packers had no issue covering for Nate Hobbs’ Week 1 absence. Carrington Valentine filled in as CB2 and, thanks in part to a vicious pass rush, the Lions got nothing going in the pass game – or on offense in general.
Green Bay Packers News / WI Sports Heroics / September 6
Packers activating rookie CB is worrisome sign with Nate Hobbs still questionable on Week 1 injury report
Packers cornerback Nate Hobbs is still ramping up from the knee surgery he underwent a month ago. After recording a DNP in Wedneday’s practice, he was listed as a limited participant each of the past two days.
Green Bay Packers News / WI Sports Heroics / September 5
Packers closer to getting pivotal playmaker back from injury
The Packers secondary should benefit from Micah Parsons’ arrival and his ability to create consistent, significant pressure on opposing quarterbacks, but the back-end of Green Bay’s defense may be getting another lift ahead of Week 1.
NFL News / Yardbarker / September 7
10 players from the NFC North who have the most to prove in 2025
The NFC North has emerged as one of the NFL’s strongest divisions.
Green Bay Packers News / Pro Football Rumors / August 5
Packers CB undergoes knee surgery, could be available Week 1
Nate Hobbs will likely not participate in the remainder of the Packers’ training camp.
Green Bay Packers News / NFLTradeRumors.co / August 5
Packers CB Nate Hobbs Underwent ‘Minor’ Knee Surgery
Bill Huber of SI.com reports that Packers CB Nate Hobbs recently underwent a “minor” knee surgery. According to Huber, Hobbs could return in around three weeks from the surgery, which gives him a shot of being available for Week 1.
Green Bay Packers News / Yardbarker / July 28
MarShawn Lloyd practice injury a reminder of health concerns for Packers RB
Lloyd had to have been experiencing deja vu on Monday afternoon in training camp.
Green Bay Packers News / Yardbarker / June 9
Jaire Alexander release puts major pressure on Packers' Keisean Nixon
Keisean Nixon talked himself up this offseason. He now has the chance to back that talk up because he just became the Green Bay Packers' de facto CB1.
Green Bay Packers News / PackersTalk.com / May 13
What Former Illinois Player Nate Hobbs Can Offer to the Packers
Defending the pass is something that all NFL defenses have to do. In this day and age, where passing games are taking priority, finding a litany of defensive backs to stand up to the challenge is an issue facing each franchise.
Green Bay Packers News / PackersTalk.com / April 17
Packers New CB Nate Hobbs & His Impact on the Secondary
On Day 1 of NFL free agency, the Green Bay Packers signed former Las Vegas Raider CB Nate Hobbs to a 4 year, $48 million dollar deal. This was the second splash signing of free agency for Green Bay.
Green Bay Packers News / PackersTalk.com / March 18
A look at new Cornerback Nate Hobbs
The Packers helped their secondary on day one of the NFL Free Agency period signing Nate Hobbs last week. Hobbs signed a 4 year, 48 million dollar contract with the Packers.
NFL News / Pro Football Rumors / March 10
Packers agree to terms with veteran cornerback
Mentioned as a player who could move toward the top tier of the slot cornerback market, Nate Hobbs has done so. The Packers are adding the four-year Raiders regular.
NFL News / Pro Football Rumors / November 28, 2023
49ers pursued this Raiders CB at the trade deadline
The 49ers made multiple inquiries on some big-ticket defenders before the trade deadline, discussing Brian Burns with the Panthers and Jaylon Johnson with the Bears. Chase Young ended up being San Francisco’s addition, but the team still tried to bolster its secondary last month.
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