Packers' Defense: Free Agency & Draft Focus

0:00You're listening to NFL News Today. Subscribe now for fast daily updates on your team. The Green Bay Packers are now turning their focus to the defensive roster as free agency kicks off next week. With new defensive coordinator, Jonathan Ganon taking over from Jeff Haffley, the team is evaluating every position to fit his scheme. They have decent depth and spots, but clear weaknesses stand out on the interior line and at linebacker. At defensive tackle, the group includes Devante Wyatt, Carl Brooks, and Colby Wooden, along with several depth pieces like Warren Brinson and The Zeer. Stackhouse. But after trading Kenny Clark last year, they struggle for impact without him, especially when Wyatt got hurt. Brooks and Wooden haven't stepped up enough, so expect to push for a draft pick or veteran free agent, even if those options skew older. The edge Russia spot looks solid on paper with names like Michael Parsons, Rashon Gary, Lucas Van Ness, and Younger Guy's Baron Sorrell and Colin. Oliver. Still, Parsons might miss early games, Gary's big contract

1:05doesn't match his output and decisions loom on Van Ness's future. Losing Kingsley and Aud-Barré adds pressure, potentially leading to cuts or additions. Linebackers the thinnest group, with Edgering Cooper, Isaiah McDuffie, Tyron Hopper, and Jamon Johnson, especially of Key Walker Departs. They need more bodies for every downplay and a deep free agency in draft class, could help. Cornerback has KCN Nixon and Carrington Valentine holding it down cheaply, but Nate Hobbs must rebound from a rough year, while safety feels set. With Xavier McKinney and Evan Williams leading a deep room. Overall, General Manager Brian Gutercoons has hinted at veteran pursuits, but early draft focus at tackle and linebacker seems likely. Ganon's vision will shape these moves starting soon. D&N is sponsored by our partner. Check out the episode description. Your pillow, your podcast, your moment, made for listening in bed, S-O-L-I, solelypillow.com.