Packers Visit Kick Returner Prospect Damon Bankston

0:00On April 9th, the Green Bay Packers are bringing in New Mexico running back Damon Bankston for a pre-draft visit. This guy's turning heads with his return skills, scoring two kickoff touchdowns during the 2025 season. He's a sleeper prospect they're eyeing to boost their special teams. Right now, the Packers' main kick-return guys are receiver Savion Williams, who handled most duties last year. Newcomer Skyy Moore signed this. Offseason, and star-corner-back Kaisee and Nixon, a two-time all-pro in that role. Bankston isn't on major draft boards. Ranked just 36th among running backs by one-top analyst, so he's likely headed for an undrafted free. Agent Deal. He's built solid at five feet ten inches and 196 pounds, clocking a 4.4-340 yard dash and a 4.3. Two short shuttle at his pro-day. No invite to the NFL Combine, but his tape speaks volumes from his college stops. Bankston balled out a FCS power. Weber stayed before transferring, rushing for 2,324 yards and 33 touchdowns.

1:04Over hundreds of Kaisee, he earned all conference honors twice and was team captain in 2024. At New Mexico, he split time, but still posted 635 yards and five scores. Packers fans, keep an eye on this one. He could slide right into that returner mix and add backfield depth without a high draft pick. Smart move and a league where special teams gyms often come cheap. That's the story for today. NFL News Today, driven by AI. I'm Corey with The Story.