The Packers were among the interested in Austin Hooper, but now it appears he's signing with the Browns. For now, Jace Sternberger and Evan Baylis are the only tight ends under contract in Green Bay for 2020. Robert Tonyan should get tendered as an exclusive rights FA. Marcedes Lewis could also return, but the Packers are still on the lookout for TE help.

Rob Demovsky, ESPN Staff Writer22h ago

Telling quote from Packers GM Brian Gutekunst last month: “We're not going to be able to do what we did in unrestricted free agency like we did last year. … When you look at free agency overall, with salary-cap casualties and different kinds of things, I think we'll be able to add some players to our roster that can help us.” That describes RT Rick Wagner and ILB Christian Kirskey to a T.

Rob Demovsky, ESPN Staff Writer23h ago

Rick Wagner's contract figures with the Packers (two years, $11 million) indicates that he's not necessarily a Week 1 starter at right tackle. GM Brian Gutekunst could still draft a tackle high in a what is considered a strong class at the position. Another point to consider is that Wagner and ILB Christian Kirksey are both street free agents and will not count against the compensatory draft pick formula. The Packers were shut out of comp picks this year because of their big signings last March.

Rob Demovsky, ESPN Staff Writer23h ago

Getting former Browns inside linebacker Christian Kirksey on a 2-year, $16 million deal gives the Packers a new look in the middle of their defense, where Blake Martinez patrolled the last four years. But is Kirskey an upgrade? He might be if he can stay healthy. But he hasn't finished a season in the last two years, playing seven games in 2018 and just two in 2019. He as familiarity with the Packers' scheme, having played for defensive coordinator Mike Pettine in Cleveland.

Rob Demovsky, ESPN Staff Writer1d ago

The Packers are suspending all business-related air travel for their employees, including coaches and scouts, the team said. Lambeau Field and the Packers-related businesses also will be closed for two weeks, beginning tomorrow. Lambeau Field and the adjacent Titletown will only have critical staff in place for non-public operations. The majority of other Packers personnel will be required to work remotely as duties permit.

Rob Demovsky, ESPN Staff Writer5d ago

Coach Matt LaFleur announced some offensive coaching staff changes. As expected, Jason Vrable was promoted to receivers coach after handling those duties at the combine. Meanwhile QB coach Luke Getsy also became passing game coordinator, and Butch Barry was hired as a senior analyst.

Rob Demovsky, ESPN Staff Writer5d ago

With the full draft order finalized here are the Packers picks: Round 1: No. 30 overall. Round 2: 62. Round 3: 94. Round 4: 136. Round 5: 175. Round 6: 192 (from OAK in Trevor Davis trade), 208 (from TEN in Reggie Gilbert trade), 209. Round 7: 236 (from CLE in Justin McCray trade), 242 (from BALT in Ty Montgomery trade).

Rob Demovsky, ESPN Staff Writer6d ago