Packers Stand Still at NFL Trade Deadline But One Upgrade Still Remains!

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Rob Ralph and Jordan Olson

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Rob Ralph and Jordan Olson, hosts of the Sounds Gouda Packers podcast, introduce themselves and share their favorite and worst Packers moments. They discuss the upcoming NFL Draft and the Packers' needs, focusing on offensive line, linebacker, and secondary. They highlight several prospects they like for each round of the draft, including Graham Barton, Cooper DeJean, Kool-Aid McKinstry, and Tylan Grabel. They also mention potential day three picks and emphasize the importance of finding gems in the later rounds.

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Packers Stand Still at NFL Trade Deadline But One Upgrade Still Remains!

Sounds Gouda

18 minutes 50 seconds

1 week ago

Packers Stand Still at NFL Trade Deadline But One Upgrade Still Remains!

The NFL Trade Deadline has passed, and the Green Bay Packers did ABSOLUTELY NOTHING while NFC contenders around them got significantly stronger. This is wildly disappointing, Packers Nation, especially after losing Tucker Kraft for the season!Let's break down all the moves that DIDN'T happen, the deals other teams made, potential free agent signings still available (Asante Samuel Jr!), and preview the huge Monday Night Football matchup against the Philadelphia Eagles.TRADE DEADLINE RECAP - PACKERS DID NOTHING:What the Packers Didn't Do:❌ No tight end help after Tucker Kraft ACL injury❌ No cornerback depth additions❌ No offensive line reinforcements❌ ZERO trades - no additions or subtractions❌ Brian Gutekunst said they "opened the Super Bowl window" but sat on their handsWhy This is DISAPPOINTING:Brian Gutekunst claimed the Packers opened their Super Bowl window and want to be serious contenders. Trading for Micah Parsons showed they're willing to part with draft capital. So why didn't they help this roster when it clearly needs it?🔥 WHAT OTHER NFC CONTENDERS DID:Philadelphia Eagles (Multiple Moves!):Acquired Jaylen Hurts for a 3rd round pickGot Jaire Alexander via pick swapContinue stockpiling talent (where do they get all these picks?!)Dallas Cowboys:Added Quinnen WilliamsSigned Logan WilsonStrengthening defense despite being worst in leagueSeattle Seahawks:Traded for Rashid Shaheed (4th & 5th round picks)Legitimate NFC contender making movesChicago Bears (Even the Bears!):Signed Joe Tyron Shoyinka from BrownsLate round pick swapEveryone got better except us!TIGHT END MARKET - WHO WE COULD HAVE GOTTEN:After Tucker Kraft's devastating ACL injury, here's who was available:David Njoku (Browns):Expiring contractImmediate veteran presenceDownfield threatCould've been had for 6th or 7th round pickMY TOP CHOICE!Other Available TEs:Tommy Tremble (Panthers)Chigoziem Okonkwo (Titans)Michael Mayer (Raiders)Any would've been substantial upgradeWhat We're Left With:Luke Musgrave, John Fitzpatrick, Josh Whyle (practice squad callup), and hope.CORNERBACK TARGETS WE MISSED:Available CBs at Deadline:Marshon Lattimore (went to Commanders)Alontae Taylor (Saints)Denzel Ward (Browns - contract too big)Jerry Jeudy (Jaguars) - I REALLY wanted this one!Rookie from last year, plenty of tread on tiresPicked off Jordan Love last seasonJaguars seemed out of favor with himWould've been PERFECT additionCurrent CB Room Issues:Nate Hobbs out 2-3 weeks (sprained MCL)Hobbs signing not aging wellNeed immediate depth📋 OFFENSIVE LINE OPPORTUNITIES:Jackson Powers-Johnson (Raiders):Second-year playerCould be center of the futureMove Elgton Jenkins back to guardHelp struggling run gameTrevor Penning (Saints → Chargers):Only OL to move at deadlineWent for 6th round pickPackers could've used tackle helpTHERE'S STILL HOPE - ASANTE SAMUEL JR:FREE AGENT CB AVAILABLE NOW:Asante Samuel Jr. (former Chargers CB) has been cleared and is holding workouts for NFL teams. Packers heavily rumored to be interested!True outside cornerSome inside versatility208 snaps at outside CB in 2024 (before injury)1,020 snaps at outside CB in 2023989 snaps at outside CB in 2022Concerns:5'10", 180 lbs (undersized by Packers standards)Coming off spinal fusion surgeryWill he be 100% healthy?This could be the defensive back help we desperately need!🏥 INJURY UPDATES - MOSTLY GOOD NEWS:Tucker Kraft (ACL):Confirmed out for seasonRecovery into 2026Lucky to see him ready late training camp/early next seasonDevastating loss - was on pace for Pro Bowl/All-ProBad News:❌ Nate Hobbs - 2-3 weeks (sprained MCL)Follow us on social:https://x.com/SoundsGoudaaahttps://x.com/olsonjord