Packers lean on veterans as GM breaks from past strategy
Paul Bretl
For the State Journal
Updated
Minnesota Vikings defensive tackle Javon Hargrave forces Washington Commanders quarterback Marcus Mariota to fumble during a game on Dec. 7 in Minneapolis. The Green Bay Packers signed Hargrave this offseason.
GREEN BAY — Packers general manager Brian Gutekunst went off script during this year’s free agency period compared to how he’s operated in recent offseasons.
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Photos: Packers running back Josh Jacobs in action during 2025 season
Packers running back Josh Jacobs tries to break free from the Lions defense during the season opener in Green Bay.
MIKE ROEMER, Associated Press
Packers running back Josh Jacobs pushes aside Browns cornerback Denzel Ward during their game in Cleveland.
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Packers running back Josh Jacobs celebrates after running the ball for a touchdown against the Cowboys in Arlington, Texas.
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Packers running back Josh Jacobs charges toward the end zone against the Bengals during their game in Green Bay.
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Packers running back Josh Jacobs celebrates a run against the Cardinals during their game in Glendale, Ariz.
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Packers running back Josh Jacobs, right, pushes away Pittsburgh's Jalen Ramsey during their game on Oct. 26 in Pittsburgh. The Packers could use a draft pick to add a backup behind Jacobs.
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Packers running back Josh Jacobs bulls his way past the Panthers defense during their game in Green Bay.
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Eagles safety Reed Blankenship trips up Packers running back Josh Jacobs during their game in Green Bay.
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Packers running back Josh Jacobs breaks a tackle for a long gain against the Bears during their game in Green Bay.
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Packers running back Josh Jacobs tries to break free from Bears linebacker D'Marco Jackson during their game in Green Bay.
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Packers running back Josh Jacobs celebrates after a run against the Broncos during their game in Denver.
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Packers running back Josh Jacobs celebrates after scoring a touchdown against the Broncos during their game in Denver.
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Packers running back Josh Jacobs carries against the Bears during their playoff game in Chicago.
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Packers running back Josh Jacobs celebrates with quarterback Jordan Love after scoring a touchdown against the Bears during their game in Green Bay.
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Packers running back Josh Jacobs celebrates with coach Matt LaFleur after scoring a touchdown against the Eagles during their game in Green Bay.
Minnesota Vikings defensive tackle Javon Hargrave forces Washington Commanders quarterback Marcus Mariota to fumble during a game on Dec. 7 in Minneapolis. The Green Bay Packers signed Hargrave this offseason.
