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Packers Shake Up Roster, Eye Trey Lance as Backup

3/12/2026

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Summary

Story summary

The Green Bay Packers released edge rusher Rashan Gary and cornerback Nate Hobbs, creating needs.
General Manager Brian Gutekunst (Green Bay Packers) weighs veteran signings, using a loophole to avoid affecting compensatory picks.
The Packers signed cornerback Benjamin St-Juste and wide receiver Skyy Moore, but the moves have not changed the roster.
The Packers eye Trey Lance, former Chargers quarterback, as a backup to Jordan Love to develop him.

History

Historical Context

In 1993, the NFL introduced free agency, allowing teams like the Green Bay Packers to significantly alter their rosters. Under General Manager Ron Wolf, the Packers signed Hall of Famer Reggie White to a four-year, $17 million contract. This shift towards roster flexibility has shaped modern team strategies, emphasizing the importance of strategic signings in building competitive teams.

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Story summary

The Green Bay Packers released edge rusher Rashan Gary and cornerback Nate Hobbs, creating needs.
General Manager Brian Gutekunst (Green Bay Packers) weighs veteran signings, using a loophole to avoid affecting compensatory picks.
The Packers signed cornerback Benjamin St-Juste and wide receiver Skyy Moore, but the moves have not changed the roster.
The Packers eye Trey Lance, former Chargers quarterback, as a backup to Jordan Love to develop him.

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