3 free agent targets Packers should pursue this summer
By Joe Tuman
Throughout Brian Gutekunst's tenure as Green Bay Packers general manager, he's consistently been willing to add key roster pieces post-draft.
During both the summer and mid-season, he has signed several players with starting experience long after the excitement of March free agency concluded.
Some additions like De'Vondre Campbell and Rasul Douglas paid dividends, while others like Dennis Kelly and Whitney Mercilus didn't make a huge difference.
Regardless, the effort from the front office is often present. This was displayed again recently when Green Bay signed former Texan Jonathan Owens, who is expected to start at strong safety this season.
Owens' signing suggests Gutekunst is open to further adding to the roster, even after a busy draft. With this in mind, here are three veteran free agents Green Bay can target in the coming weeks.
3 veteran free agents Packers could sign before 2023 season
WR Jarvis Landry
Headlined by 2022 draft picks Christian Watson and Romeo Doubs, as well as recent selection Jayden Reed, the Packers' wide receiver room is filled with young talent.
What this group lacks is leadership and experience, which is something a young quarterback like Jordan Love would really benefit from.
Former Pro Bowl selection Jarvis Landry remains unsigned and would be a great addition to this roster. Landry has been linked to Green Bay before and it may be time for him to finally head to Titletown.
The 30-year-old has made a career of being a professional chain-mover out of the slot, a skill the Packers mostly lack following the departures of Allen Lazard and Randall Cobb.
And while Landry has been limited by injuries over the past two seasons, he's been reliable when he's played. According to Pro Football Reference, the ex-New Orleans Saint caught 64.1% of his 39 targets in 2022.
So while he's longer a clear No. 1 receiver, he doesn't have to be. As long as he can make Love's life a bit easier on and off the field, Landry would prove a worthwhile addition.