Packers' Edge Rusher Depth: A Top Roster Concern

0:00It's March 18th, here's your NFL news in two minutes. Subscribe to stay locked in all season. The Green Bay Packers face a thin-edged Russia group heading into the 2026 season. Rashan Gary, a starter since 2021, is gone. Kingsley and Adbera, who backed up in all 68 games over four years, has also left. Michael Parsons, recovering from an early December ACL tear, could miss the first four games on the physically unable to perform list. The team drafted Baron Cerelle in the fourth round, and Colin Oliver in the fifth round last April to build depth. They also have Lucas Van Ness and Brinton Cox Jr., who showed past Rush Promise in his first three years. Still, starting inexperienced players opposite Van Ness raises concerns for such a key spot. Analysts call Ed's Russia Depth the Packer's top roster issue after free agencies first week. Losing two veterans creates a real dilemma, especially with Parsons needing caution after major surgery. The position demands reliability, not guesswork, for up to a quarter of the season.

1:04Experts like Bill Barnwell suggest cheap veteran fixes, such as released players, Mike Dana, Anthony Jennings, or Josh Pascal. Jennings fits as a strong run defender like Inod Bear. They could also wave as June 1st for free agent deals that won't hurt future draft compensation. Green Bay counts on Van Ness stepping up full time in young guys like Cerelle or Oliver, breaking out in year two. Expect additions before week one, maybe a high draft pick or bargain signing, to keep the edge stocked three deep as General Manager Brian Gutecunst, prefers. The daily news now is made possible with support from our sponsor. Your favorite podcasts, music or sleep sounds coming from your pillow, no earbuds, no distractions, just listen and relax, S-O-L-I, solelypillow.com.