zachary jacobson
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Senior Packers writer PackerDispatch.com.
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Cordell Volson, a three-year starting left guard, played on an offensive line in Cincinnati that routinely faced scrutiny for its inability to protect Joe Burrow, surrendering 113 sacks across 43 games.
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Full story on the Packers' latest signing:
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Packers Bolster Their Ailing Offensive Line With Signing of Veteran Cordell Volson
The former fourth-round pick was a 48-game starter across three seasons in Cincinnati.
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September 17, 2026 at 8:40 PM
Cordell Volson, a three-year starting left guard, played on an offensive line in Cincinnati that routinely faced scrutiny for its inability to protect Joe Burrow, surrendering 113 sacks across 43 games.
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Full story on the Packers' latest signing:
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Brandon Cisse is off the injury report entirely, while Javon Hargrave took a step back in concussion protocol.
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Full practice report for Thursday:
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Thursday Injury Report: Brandon Cisse (Cramps) No Longer Listed
Lukas Van Ness practiced for the second straight day with his concussion while Javon Hargrave was downgraded.
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September 17, 2026 at 8:25 PM
Brandon Cisse is off the injury report entirely, while Javon Hargrave took a step back in concussion protocol.
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Full practice report for Thursday:
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The beginning of this week's preparation for Sunday's date with the Jets will feature two members of the Packers' defensive front landing in concussion protocol.
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Wednesday Injury Report: Two Players Enter Concussion Protocol
GREEN BAY, Wis.
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September 16, 2026 at 8:43 PM
The beginning of this week's preparation for Sunday's date with the Jets will feature two members of the Packers' defensive front landing in concussion protocol.
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Sunday's appetizer of rusty nails will be followed by a main course of jagged shards of glass—courtesy of Aaron Glenn's third-highest blitz rate in the league—if the Packers' offensive line can't get it together.
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Story: www.packerdispatch.com/p/packers-of...
Packers Go Back to the Drawing Board to Determine ‘Best Combination’ for Offensive Line
Anthony Belton has found himself right back in the running for the starting job at right guard.
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September 15, 2026 at 8:16 PM
Sunday's appetizer of rusty nails will be followed by a main course of jagged shards of glass—courtesy of Aaron Glenn's third-highest blitz rate in the league—if the Packers' offensive line can't get it together.
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Story: www.packerdispatch.com/p/packers-of...
As it turns out, Matt LaFleur's estimation that Jordan Love was hit 15 times in Sunday's disastrous loss to the Vikings was being generous.
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Jordan Love Was Hit 18 Times in Packers’ Cataclysmic Loss to Vikings
Matt LaFleur’s original estimation of 15 hits on his quarterback turned out to be generous.
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September 15, 2026 at 6:47 PM
As it turns out, Matt LaFleur's estimation that Jordan Love was hit 15 times in Sunday's disastrous loss to the Vikings was being generous.
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Javon Bullard's hit that sent Kyler Murray into concussion protocol was a polarizing topic on Sunday, but Vikings head coach Kevin O'Connell absolved the Packers safety of the "physical" collision.
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Story: www.packerdispatch.com/p/packers-ja...
Vikings Head Coach Absolves Packers’ Javon Bullard for ‘Violent’ Hit on Kyler Murray
The safety’s physical hit gave the Vikings a free 15 yards and left Murray in concussion protocol.
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September 15, 2026 at 5:57 PM
Javon Bullard's hit that sent Kyler Murray into concussion protocol was a polarizing topic on Sunday, but Vikings head coach Kevin O'Connell absolved the Packers safety of the "physical" collision.
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Story: www.packerdispatch.com/p/packers-ja...
No regrets: A miserable, downright cataclysmic fourth quarter would ensue after Matt LaFleur's fourth-and-1 decision against the Vikings on Sunday, but the Packers' head coach is sticking to his guns.
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Full story: www.packerdispatch.com/p/matt-lafle...
No Regrets: Packers’ Matt LaFleur Stands by Polarizing Fourth-Down Decision
The failed quarterback sneak on fourth-and-1 proved to be a pivotal turning point in Sunday’s divisional loss to the Vikings.
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September 15, 2026 at 5:57 PM
No regrets: A miserable, downright cataclysmic fourth quarter would ensue after Matt LaFleur's fourth-and-1 decision against the Vikings on Sunday, but the Packers' head coach is sticking to his guns.
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Full story: www.packerdispatch.com/p/matt-lafle...
A ghastly outing in Minnesota is prompting Matt LaFleur and the Packers' coaching staff to take a long look at the interior of their offensive line this week, which he referred to as a "competitive situation."
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Packers’ Interior OL a ‘Competitive Situation’ After Ghastly Outing in Minnesota
Donovan Jennings and Jacob Monk probably won’t be the team’s starting guards this week against the Jets.
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September 15, 2026 at 3:10 AM
A ghastly outing in Minnesota is prompting Matt LaFleur and the Packers' coaching staff to take a long look at the interior of their offensive line this week, which he referred to as a "competitive situation."
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Full story: www.packerdispatch.com/p/packers-of...
The Packers have now lost six consecutive games dating back to last season, including allowing 22-plus unanswered points in each of their last two divisional games.
Full story on today's baffling loss with comments from Jordan Love and Matt LaFleur. www.packerdispatch.com/p/packers-vi...
Full story on today's baffling loss with comments from Jordan Love and Matt LaFleur. www.packerdispatch.com/p/packers-vi...
Packers Inexplicably Fumble Away Another Multi-Score Lead Against Divisional Foe
It’s more of the same.
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September 14, 2026 at 12:32 AM
The Packers have now lost six consecutive games dating back to last season, including allowing 22-plus unanswered points in each of their last two divisional games.
Full story on today's baffling loss with comments from Jordan Love and Matt LaFleur. www.packerdispatch.com/p/packers-vi...
Full story on today's baffling loss with comments from Jordan Love and Matt LaFleur. www.packerdispatch.com/p/packers-vi...
Zach Bako-Bewele is active for the Packers today. He's set to make his return for the first time since sustaining a partially torn patellar tendon in the Dec. 14 loss in Denver.
Full story on the inaugural inactives list of the season: www.packerdispatch.com/p/packers-we...
Full story on the inaugural inactives list of the season: www.packerdispatch.com/p/packers-we...
Week 1 Scratches: Zach Bako-Bewele Set to Start for the Packers
While Zach Bako-Bewele is up, Aaron Banks is inactive.
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September 13, 2026 at 6:58 PM
Zach Bako-Bewele is active for the Packers today. He's set to make his return for the first time since sustaining a partially torn patellar tendon in the Dec. 14 loss in Denver.
Full story on the inaugural inactives list of the season: www.packerdispatch.com/p/packers-we...
Full story on the inaugural inactives list of the season: www.packerdispatch.com/p/packers-we...
One of Josh Jacobs' defense attorneys, Clarence Duhac III, requested and was granted a temporary sealing of the video evidence depicting the May 23 battery inside Jacobs' home. www.packerdispatch.com/p/josh-jacob...
Judge Agrees to Temporarily Seal Video Evidence of Josh Jacobs’ Domestic Dispute
The Packers’ running back will remain on the Commissioner’s Exempt List for the foreseeable future.
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September 13, 2026 at 12:36 AM
One of Josh Jacobs' defense attorneys, Clarence Duhac III, requested and was granted a temporary sealing of the video evidence depicting the May 23 battery inside Jacobs' home. www.packerdispatch.com/p/josh-jacob...
After everything, Bo Melton will—as expected—play for the Packers tomorrow in Minnesota. He's being elevated from the practice squad along with Kristian Welch, who will presumably replace Ty'Ron Hopper. www.packerdispatch.com/p/packers-el...
Pair of Players Elevated for Packers’ Opener in Minnesota
Bo Melton and Kristian Welch will join the active roster Sunday against the Vikings.
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September 12, 2026 at 7:47 PM
After everything, Bo Melton will—as expected—play for the Packers tomorrow in Minnesota. He's being elevated from the practice squad along with Kristian Welch, who will presumably replace Ty'Ron Hopper. www.packerdispatch.com/p/packers-el...
It's big money for the small-town hero.
Tucker Kraft and the Packers reached an agreement on a four-year extension that will keep him in Green Bay through the 2030 season, giving him financial security on the eve of the first game of the year.
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Tucker Kraft and the Packers reached an agreement on a four-year extension that will keep him in Green Bay through the 2030 season, giving him financial security on the eve of the first game of the year.
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Big Money for Small-Town Hero: Tucker Kraft Cashes In, Signs Four-Year Extension With Packers
The South Dakota standout has blossomed into one of the league’s best up-and-coming tight ends, and he’s being paid like it.
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September 12, 2026 at 3:25 PM
It's big money for the small-town hero.
Tucker Kraft and the Packers reached an agreement on a four-year extension that will keep him in Green Bay through the 2030 season, giving him financial security on the eve of the first game of the year.
Story: www.packerdispatch.com/p/tucker-kra...
Tucker Kraft and the Packers reached an agreement on a four-year extension that will keep him in Green Bay through the 2030 season, giving him financial security on the eve of the first game of the year.
Story: www.packerdispatch.com/p/tucker-kra...
Bo Melton, who needs at least four credited seasons to avoid the waiver wire, will have to pass through said wire unscathed if the Packers hope to re-sign him to their practice squad.
Full story on his bizarre release:
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Full story on his bizarre release:
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Packers Release Bo Melton, Intend to Re-Sign Him in Perplexing Roster Move
The expectation is that the wide receiver will be re-signed to the practice squad and elevated for Sunday’s opener against the Vikings.
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September 11, 2026 at 7:35 PM
Bo Melton, who needs at least four credited seasons to avoid the waiver wire, will have to pass through said wire unscathed if the Packers hope to re-sign him to their practice squad.
Full story on his bizarre release:
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Full story on his bizarre release:
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Relentless and downright crazed defensive coordinator Brian Flores praised Jordan Love's "total command" of the Packers' offense ahead of Sunday's divisional tilt, where he'll attempt to blitz the QB out of Minnesota.
Full story with comments from Love:
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Full story with comments from Love:
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Vikings’ Brian Flores Praises Jordan Love’s ‘Total Command’ of Packers’ Offense
Minnesota’s tenacious defensive coordinator shared some praise for the quarterback he’ll attempt to slow down in Sunday’s divisional matchup.
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September 10, 2026 at 8:25 PM
Relentless and downright crazed defensive coordinator Brian Flores praised Jordan Love's "total command" of the Packers' offense ahead of Sunday's divisional tilt, where he'll attempt to blitz the QB out of Minnesota.
Full story with comments from Love:
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Full story with comments from Love:
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Matt LaFleur said today that the Packers are trying to build Jordan Morgan up to a spot where they feel he's ready to play Sunday in Minnesota.
The left tackle is one of three members of their starting offensive line listed on the injury report.
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The left tackle is one of three members of their starting offensive line listed on the injury report.
Story:
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Jordan Morgan’s Availability a Question Mark Ahead of Packers’ Opener in Minnesota
The former first-round pick is one of three offensive linemen listed on the injury report with a knee issue.
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September 10, 2026 at 8:25 PM
Matt LaFleur said today that the Packers are trying to build Jordan Morgan up to a spot where they feel he's ready to play Sunday in Minnesota.
The left tackle is one of three members of their starting offensive line listed on the injury report.
Story:
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The left tackle is one of three members of their starting offensive line listed on the injury report.
Story:
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The Packers are outsourcing for some intel ahead of Sunday's divisional bout from someone who spent the last two summers donning purple.
Not really, but they are signing a versatile safety with an eye for the football.
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Not really, but they are signing a versatile safety with an eye for the football.
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Behind Enemy Lines: Packers Sign Former Vikings Safety Ahead of Divisional Bout
Kahlef Hailassie brings a versatile skill set—and perhaps some intel—to Green Bay.
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September 9, 2026 at 10:51 PM
The Packers are outsourcing for some intel ahead of Sunday's divisional bout from someone who spent the last two summers donning purple.
Not really, but they are signing a versatile safety with an eye for the football.
www.packerdispatch.com/p/packers-si...
Not really, but they are signing a versatile safety with an eye for the football.
www.packerdispatch.com/p/packers-si...
Iowa's Tim Lester, Arthur Smith, Aaron Rodgers, and Matt LaFleur have all influenced Kaleb Johnson throughout his collegiate and professional career in some capacity. That could help him hit the ground running in Green Bay sooner than expected.
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Story: www.packerdispatch.com/p/kaleb-john...
Familiarity With Packers’ Offense Could Help Kaleb Johnson Hit the Ground Running Sooner Than Expected
Tim Lester, Arthur Smith, Aaron Rodgers, and Matt LaFleur have all had their influence on the Packers’ newest running back.
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September 9, 2026 at 6:04 PM
Iowa's Tim Lester, Arthur Smith, Aaron Rodgers, and Matt LaFleur have all influenced Kaleb Johnson throughout his collegiate and professional career in some capacity. That could help him hit the ground running in Green Bay sooner than expected.
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Story: www.packerdispatch.com/p/kaleb-john...
Continuing to honor his late mother and grandmother, Zaire Franklin will don a familiar 'C' on his upper-right chest plate in Green Bay this season.
Much like he's done at all three levels of his playing career:
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Much like he's done at all three levels of his playing career:
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Being Elected Team Captain is Familiar Territory for Packers’ Ironman Linebacker Zaire Franklin
The 30-year-old former All-Pro was named as one of the Packers’ five season-long captains Monday.
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September 7, 2026 at 9:28 PM
Continuing to honor his late mother and grandmother, Zaire Franklin will don a familiar 'C' on his upper-right chest plate in Green Bay this season.
Much like he's done at all three levels of his playing career:
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Much like he's done at all three levels of his playing career:
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“I’m a fighter. I can go through anything, overcome adversity, anything I put my mind to. I can do it and execute it.”
Story on Jamaican-born Anthony Campbell, whose blisters have now become calluses in his journey to Green Bay: www.packerdispatch.com/p/anthony-ca...
Story on Jamaican-born Anthony Campbell, whose blisters have now become calluses in his journey to Green Bay: www.packerdispatch.com/p/anthony-ca...
‘I’m a Fighter’: Anthony Campbell Endured Tumultuous Journey en Route to Packers’ Roster
Swatting down passes in practice and sacking quarterbacks may look easy for Anthony Campbell, but his path to Green Bay has been anything but.
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September 4, 2026 at 8:41 PM
“I’m a fighter. I can go through anything, overcome adversity, anything I put my mind to. I can do it and execute it.”
Story on Jamaican-born Anthony Campbell, whose blisters have now become calluses in his journey to Green Bay: www.packerdispatch.com/p/anthony-ca...
Story on Jamaican-born Anthony Campbell, whose blisters have now become calluses in his journey to Green Bay: www.packerdispatch.com/p/anthony-ca...
Summer of Sturdivant: Earning a spot on the Packers' 53-man roster is just the beginning for the undrafted wideout, who recorded the second-highest passer rating among rookie receivers when targeted this preseason.
Story: www.packerdispatch.com/p/j-michael-...
Story: www.packerdispatch.com/p/j-michael-...
Summer of Sturdivant: Roser Spot Is Just the Beginning for Packers’ Undrafted Receiver
A phenomenal training camp and preseason could snowball into legitimate snaps for J. Michael Sturdivant in Green Bay this season.
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September 2, 2026 at 6:58 PM
Summer of Sturdivant: Earning a spot on the Packers' 53-man roster is just the beginning for the undrafted wideout, who recorded the second-highest passer rating among rookie receivers when targeted this preseason.
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Story: www.packerdispatch.com/p/j-michael-...
Lenny Krieg used to commute more than six hours to practices and games when he kicked for the Stuttgart Surge in the European League.
The German-born kicker's latest travel plans include flying to Green Bay to join the Packers' practice squad.
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The German-born kicker's latest travel plans include flying to Green Bay to join the Packers' practice squad.
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International Kicker Returns to Green Bay, Signs With Packers’ Practice Squad
German-born Lenny Krieg is back with the Packers as their international exemption.
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September 2, 2026 at 2:14 AM
Lenny Krieg used to commute more than six hours to practices and games when he kicked for the Stuttgart Surge in the European League.
The German-born kicker's latest travel plans include flying to Green Bay to join the Packers' practice squad.
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The German-born kicker's latest travel plans include flying to Green Bay to join the Packers' practice squad.
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On July 29, Brian Gutekunst said that the Packers' medical staff is gathering information on Luke Musgrave's mysterious neck injury.
More than a month later, he's hopeful Musgrave will see the field at some point this season, but that's still "unknown."
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More than a month later, he's hopeful Musgrave will see the field at some point this season, but that's still "unknown."
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Packers ‘Hopeful’ That Luke Musgrave Will Overcome Mysterious Neck Injury, Play in 2026
The concerning neck issue has prevented the former second-round pick from practicing all summer and will continue to keep him out indefinitely.
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September 1, 2026 at 9:52 PM
On July 29, Brian Gutekunst said that the Packers' medical staff is gathering information on Luke Musgrave's mysterious neck injury.
More than a month later, he's hopeful Musgrave will see the field at some point this season, but that's still "unknown."
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More than a month later, he's hopeful Musgrave will see the field at some point this season, but that's still "unknown."
www.packerdispatch.com/p/packers-lu...
Jonnu Smith on Jordan Love: "One of the greatest guys in this locker room, man."
September 1, 2026 at 7:41 PM
Jonnu Smith on Jordan Love: "One of the greatest guys in this locker room, man."
Kedon Slovis worked with Mike LaFleur, Nathaniel Hackett, and Matt Schaub in Arizona—all of whom have a connection to Matt LaFleur in some capacity.
Now he's the Packers' No. 3 quarterback after essentially auditioning last week:
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Now he's the Packers' No. 3 quarterback after essentially auditioning last week:
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Packers to Sign ‘Really Talented’ Kedon Slovis to Fill No. 3 Quarterback Role
The joint practices and ensuing preseason game in Green Bay turned out to be an audition for the 25-year-old.
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September 1, 2026 at 5:43 PM
Kedon Slovis worked with Mike LaFleur, Nathaniel Hackett, and Matt Schaub in Arizona—all of whom have a connection to Matt LaFleur in some capacity.
Now he's the Packers' No. 3 quarterback after essentially auditioning last week:
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Now he's the Packers' No. 3 quarterback after essentially auditioning last week:
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