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Packers' Defensive Line Depth Strained Ahead of Trade Deadline

9/3/2025

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Story summary

The Green Bay Packers' defensive tackle depth is strained after trading Kenny Clark and losing T.J. Slaton.
Fourth-round pick Colby Wooden has had inconsistent preseason performance against larger blockers.
General manager Brian Gutekunst remains confident in rookies Warren Brinson and Nazir Stackhouse.
Concerns about the group's size may affect run defense effectiveness.
The Packers may pursue additional run-stuffing options before the trade deadline.

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Story summary

The Green Bay Packers' defensive tackle depth is strained after trading Kenny Clark and losing T.J. Slaton.
Fourth-round pick Colby Wooden has had inconsistent preseason performance against larger blockers.
General manager Brian Gutekunst remains confident in rookies Warren Brinson and Nazir Stackhouse.
Concerns about the group's size may affect run defense effectiveness.
The Packers may pursue additional run-stuffing options before the trade deadline.