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i like him. i hope he gets a fair shot.
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Green Bay Packers 2026 Undrafted Free Agent Signings
The Green Bay Packers have signed nine undrafted free agents (UDFAs) following the 2026 NFL Draft, continuing their tradition of adding developmental talent and special teams contributors. Below is the complete list of reported signings.Green Bay Packers 2026 undrafted free agents
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1. Kyron Drones, QB, Virginia Tech
A physically imposing quarterback (6'1½", 226 lbs) with limited passing production but notable rushing ability (9 rushing TDs in 2025). The Packers may develop him as a gadget player in the mold of Taysom Hill.Kyron DronesAmerican football quarterback
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2. TJ Quinn, LB, Louisville
A 6'0", 225-pound linebacker with solid athleticism (4.52-second 40-yard dash). He visited Green Bay before the draft and reportedly received a $15K signing bonus with $150K base salary guaranteed.TJ Quinn Louisville highlights
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3. Josh Gesky, OL, Illinois
An offensive lineman (6'5", 308 lbs) who earned a draftable grade from analysts. He could provide depth on the interior line, helping offset the loss of Elgton Jenkins.Josh Gesky, Illinois offensive lineman
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4. Jaden Nixon, RB, UCF
A compact running back (5'9", 199 lbs) with good speed (4.54-second 40). He’ll compete for a special teams role and backup depth, reuniting with UCF teammate Nyjalik Kelly.Jaden Nixon UCF highlights
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5. Murvin Kenion III, S, Nevada
A 5'10½", 205-pound safety with solid agility (4.59-second 40). Expected to contribute on special teams and as a backup defensive back.Murvin Kenion III, Nevada safety
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6. Dylan Barrett, OL, Iowa State
A 6'5", 325-pound offensive lineman with average athleticism (5.39-second 40). Adds depth to the offensive line and could compete for a practice squad spot.Dylan Barrett, Iowa State offensive lineman
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7. Nyjalik Kelly, EDGE, UCF
A 6'5½", 263-pound edge rusher with a strong vertical leap (35½-inch). Despite a slow 4.84-second 40, his length and power could earn him a special teams role.Nyjalik Kelly UCF highlights
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8. J. Michael Sturdivant, WR, Florida
A 6'3", 207-pound wide receiver with elite speed (4.40-second 40) and a 33-inch vertical. Projected as a sixth-round talent by some analysts, he could be a dark horse to make the roster.J. Michael SturdivantAmerican football wide receiver (born 2002)
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9. R.J. Maryland, TE, SMU
A 6'4⅛", 236-pound tight end and son of former Super Bowl champion Russell Maryland. A key contributor to SMU’s AAC championship run in 2023, he brings pedigree and potential as a blocking tight end.R. J. MarylandAmerican football player
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Additional Reported Signings
- Dillon Wade, G, Auburn – 6'3", 313 lbs; visited Green Bay pre-draft.
- Eni Falayi, TE, Wake Forest – 6'5", 249 lbs; strong athletic testing (36½-inch vertical).
A few interesting UDFAs in that group.
Gesky has a chance at a roster spot at OL if they are willing to move on from two or three of Monk, Glover, Williams, and Jennings. Kenion and Sturdivant have outside shots at the roster depending on how many S and WR they keep. If Quinn looks good in camp, maybe he displaces Nieman or Welch but I suspect he's more of a PS guy.
Drones seems like a PS candidate along with Kelly and Maryland. The other two seem like camp bodies, but WTH do I know.
Gesky has a chance at a roster spot at OL if they are willing to move on from two or three of Monk, Glover, Williams, and Jennings. Kenion and Sturdivant have outside shots at the roster depending on how many S and WR they keep. If Quinn looks good in camp, maybe he displaces Nieman or Welch but I suspect he's more of a PS guy.
Drones seems like a PS candidate along with Kelly and Maryland. The other two seem like camp bodies, but WTH do I know.
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I am thinking two guys who might make the team is Sturdivant and Gesky. Other guys as you said are PS to camp bodies. Nieman IMO is making the team purely for his ST ability. None of the OL described above are NFL quality and guys like Monk, Glove, Jennings who I think rare going into year 3 the team might move on from them as first 2 years they have not moved past ST/PS players. Gesky might have a shot at beating one of those 3 out just because the team might have seen enough of them and know they are not getting anything out of them and will be Gesky chance to have 1-2 years to show if he can move past the developmental stage to be a part of a OL rotation.
Drones I think he's so raw he and McCord will battle who gets the PS spot.