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Packers Claim RB Israel Abanikanda Amid Training Camp Battle

7/27/2025

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The Green Bay Packers have bolstered their backfield by claiming running back Israel Abanikanda from the San Francisco 49ers. A former fifth-round pick, Abanikanda faced challenges in the NFL but shone brightly during his record-setting college days at Pitt. As training camp heats up, he steps into a fierce competition for a spot on the roster.

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The Green Bay Packers have bolstered their backfield by claiming running back Israel Abanikanda from the San Francisco 49ers. A former fifth-round pick, Abanikanda faced challenges in the NFL but shone brightly during his record-setting college days at Pitt. As training camp heats up, he steps into a fierce competition for a spot on the roster.