PACKERS Center a major need for Packers heading into free agency Paul Bretl For the State Journal Feb 26, 2026 Feb 26, 2026 Updated Mar 2, 2026 × Facebook Twitter WhatsApp SMS Email Print Copy article link Save There may not be a position on the Green Bay Packers' roster with more unknowns around it this offseason than center.kAmt=8E@? y6?<:?D[ E96 !24<6CD’ DE2CE:?8 46?E6C 2E E96 368:??:?8 @7 E96 a_ad D62D@?[ 92D 2? F?46CE2:? 7FEFC6 H:E9 E96 E62>]k^AmkAmy6?<:?D :D 4@>:?8 @77 2 72:C=J D:8?:7:42?E :?;FCJ[ DF776C:?8 2 3C62< :? 9:D 7:3F=2 :? (66< `_ @7 =2DE D62D@?] w6’D 2=D@ 23@FE E@ 6?E6C 9:D 286\b_ D62D@?[ 2?5 7@C H92E :E’D H@CE9[ @? H92E 92D 366? E96 J@F?86DE E62> :? E96 }u{ 7@C E9C66 4@?D64FE:G6 J62CD[ E96 @?=J A=2J6CD b_ @C @=56C :? 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Tim Van Vooren on what Packers are looking for at the NFL Combine What are the Packers looking for from the NFL Combine, especially since the team does not have a first-round draft pick this year? FOX6's Tim … Ranking the Packers' top 5 offensive positions of need this offseason Green Bay has plenty of holes in need of filling on the offensive side of the ball this offseason, some more than others. Packers' backup quarterback to generate interest from other teams in free agency Malik Willis has provided some solid backup play over the last two seasons, paving the way for a potentially more competitive spot elsewhere. Ranking Packers' free agency needs by defensive position Green Bay has plenty of holes in need of filling this offseason, some more than others. 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Packers GM taking a holistic approach to scouting during NFL combine Rather than focusing specifically on each individual position, Brian Gutekunst indicated at the NFL combine it’s more about how the position g… Packers GM Brian Gutekunst caught 'by surprise' with departure of special teams coordinator Green Bay's general manager discussed his thoughts on the surprising departure of special teams coordinator Rich Bisaccia.
Tim Van Vooren on what Packers are looking for at the NFL Combine What are the Packers looking for from the NFL Combine, especially since the team does not have a first-round draft pick this year? FOX6's Tim …
Ranking the Packers' top 5 offensive positions of need this offseason Green Bay has plenty of holes in need of filling on the offensive side of the ball this offseason, some more than others.
Packers' backup quarterback to generate interest from other teams in free agency Malik Willis has provided some solid backup play over the last two seasons, paving the way for a potentially more competitive spot elsewhere.
Ranking Packers' free agency needs by defensive position Green Bay has plenty of holes in need of filling this offseason, some more than others.
Packers' misses in past free agencies could cause upcoming issues Green Bay did not see much production from it's free agent signings from last season, leaving issues with making improvement in the upcoming f…
Packers' search for new special teams coordinator an uphill battle with late start After Rich Bisaccia stepped down from his role, Green Bay has a hole to dig out of with a late special teams coordinator search.
Packers coaching staff change continues as key coordinator steps down There will be a new leader of a unit that saw its miscues play an important role in Green Bay's disappointing season.
Packers need internal improvement as offseason looms Several of Green Bay's regular starters will be free agents, and the team has no first-round pick in the upcoming draft.
Defensive lineman among players Packers to consider in free agency Kingsley Enagbare played big in some moments, but Green Bay has plenty of money on the books on the defensive line. Here's where things stand.
Packers' offensive lineman's future with team in question with roster, salary cap decisions ahead GREEN BAY — An uncertain future potentially awaits Green Bay Packers offensive lineman Elgton Jenkins heading into the 2026 NFL offseason.
Packers cornerback position seemingly will not be overhauled, though improvement is still needed Green Bay does not seem too interested on making big additions to the cornerback position despite some struggles over the past season.
Packers GM Brian Gutekunst caught 'by surprise' with departure of special teams coordinator Green Bay's general manager discussed his thoughts on the surprising departure of special teams coordinator Rich Bisaccia.
Packers GM taking a holistic approach to scouting during NFL combine Rather than focusing specifically on each individual position, Brian Gutekunst indicated at the NFL combine it’s more about how the position g…
Packers GM Brian Gutekunst caught 'by surprise' with departure of special teams coordinator Green Bay's general manager discussed his thoughts on the surprising departure of special teams coordinator Rich Bisaccia.