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Green Bay Packers News: Will the Packers be active at the trade deadline?

We got one big early November Tuesday ordeal out of the way. Now the countdown is on for another one. The annual “will they/won’t they” dance that precedes the NFL trade deadline every year is in full swing, with various…

Published: Wednesday, 4 November 2026 at 4:40 PM
Green Bay Packers News: Will the Packers be active at the trade deadline?
Key Things to Know
  • Jon Meerdink argues that the Green Bay Packers are unlikely to make significant moves at the trade deadline.
  • Green Bay lacks a 2027 first-round draft pick, limiting their ability to surrender major future assets.
  • Salary cap constraints make the Packers improbable buyers for expensive talent.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Acme Packing Company writer Jon Meerdink argues that the Green Bay Packers are likely facing a quiet NFL trade deadline. With the team lacking a 2027 first-round draft pick and managing tight salary cap constraints, Meerdink considers it unlikely that general manager Brian Gutekunst will acquire a major difference maker.

The writer also notes that Green Bay is poorly positioned to sell assets, despite Keisean Nixon and Carrington Valentine being on expiring contracts. Meerdink concludes that while the Packers may hold discussions, any significant buying or selling moves remain improbable.

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