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Packers Draft Cisse, Add Defense, Sign Drones, Lose Willis

5/1/2026

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Summary

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On 2026-04-30 the Green Bay Packers drafted cornerback Brandon Cisse at No. 52.
The team also selected defensive tackle Chris McClellan at No. 77 and edge-rusher Dani-Dennis Sutton at No. 120.
Later picks added center Jager Burton, a second cornerback, and kicker Trey Smack.
The Packers lost backup quarterback Malik Willis to Miami on a three-year, $22.5 million deal while signing undrafted Virginia Tech passer Kyron Drones.

History

Historical Context

Since the NFL introduced a hard salary cap of $33.8 million in 1994, teams have reshaped rosters to stay under the limit, as seen with the Chargers’ massive turnover that year. The Green Bay Packers’ 2026 $22.5 million quarterback trade with the Miami Dolphins mirrors that legacy, showing how cap constraints continue to drive major player moves and draft strategies.

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Story summary

On 2026-04-30 the Green Bay Packers drafted cornerback Brandon Cisse at No. 52.
The team also selected defensive tackle Chris McClellan at No. 77 and edge-rusher Dani-Dennis Sutton at No. 120.
Later picks added center Jager Burton, a second cornerback, and kicker Trey Smack.
The Packers lost backup quarterback Malik Willis to Miami on a three-year, $22.5 million deal while signing undrafted Virginia Tech passer Kyron Drones.

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