Packers Sign 4 Key Players, Assign Uniform Numbers

0:00With the NFL today, March 17th, the Green Bay Packers made a strong start to free agency by signing four key players in the first week, linebacker Zaire Franklin, cornerback Benjamin, St. Juiced, wide receiver and returner Skyy Moore, and defensive tackle Javon Hargrave. Each newcomer picked a uniform number for the 2026 season, sticking close to their past choices were possible. Zaire Franklin keeps his familiar number, 44, from 8 years with the Indianapolis Colts. That number had not been worn in a Packer's regular season game since 2024. Meanwhile, Benjamin, St. Juiced, lands number 21, which opened up after cornerback Nate Hobbs was released. Skyy Moore grabs number 23, free after running back Emmanuel Wilson signed with the Seattle Seahawks. He had worn numbers like 24 before, but that is taken. On defense, Javon Hargrave returns to number 98. His number from time with the San Francisco 49ers, thanks to teammate James Esther, switching

1:03to 96. These assignments helped the Packers settle their new talent quickly. Hargrave brings experience from stops with Pittsburgh, Philadelphia, and Minnesota, while the others feel speed and coverage needs. Now several numbers sit open from other free agency moves, including number 2 from Malik Willis, number 7 from Queer Walker, and others up to number 87. The team could see more changes soon as roster building continues. This story is shared with support from our sponsor. No earbuds, no headbands, no awkward sleeping positions, just a pillow that plays your sound, S-O-L-I-S-O-L-I-SoliPillow.com Made in AI