Packers roster cut tracker 2023: Live updates and analysis
It is a tough week for every team in the NFL, including the Green Bay Packers.
While there is excitement and optimism for the upcoming regular season, there are also difficult decisions to be made. By Tuesday, the Packers must trim their roster to 53 players, making for some tricky choices for general manager Brian Gutekunst.
Between now and the deadline on Tuesday at 3 p.m. CT, the Packers will make several moves to get their roster to 53 players. It can be difficult to keep on top of every move, so we have you covered right here.
Be sure to keep checking back for the latest updates as the Packers trim their roster to 53.
Packers roster cuts tracker: Every rumored (and confirmed) move
Final roster cuts:
- QB Alex McGough
- RB Tyler Goodson
- RB Patrick Taylor
- WR Grant DuBose
- WR Bo Melton
- WR Jadakis Bonds
- FB Henry Pearson
- DL Chris Slayton
- DL Antonio Moultrie
- LB Kenneth Odumegwu
- LB Arron Mosby
- LB Keshawn Banks
- CB Elijah Hamilton
- S Tarvarius Moore
The Packers had a tough decision to make at safety. Free-agent signing Tarvarius Moore won't be part of the 53-man roster.
#Packers are doing an injury settlement with S Tarvarius Moore and so he won't be back on the practice squad. Can't be resigned for another month and a half or so.
— Tom Silverstein (@TomSilverstein) August 29, 2023
- CB Corey Ballentine
This is a surprise. Corey Ballentine had played a key role on special teams this summer, but the Packers are moving on.
The #Packers released Corey Ballentine. That's six corners out today.
— Bill Huber (@BillHuberNFL) August 29, 2023
- C James Empey
The #Packers released center James Empey, a 41-game starter at BYU. He worked with the 2s for most of camp.https://t.co/92v3xpx9MQ
— Bill Huber (@BillHuberNFL) August 29, 2023
- LB Marvin Pierre and WR Dre Miller
The Packers are waiving linebacker Marvin Pierre and wide receiver Dre Miller, per Bill Huber of Sports Illustrated.
- CBs William Hooper and Tyrell Ford
William Hooper and Tyrell Ford are out at corner, according to a source.
— Bill Huber (@BillHuberNFL) August 29, 2023
- LS Broughton Hatcher
Even though LS Matt Orzech was released, the #Packers won't keep rookie Broughton Hatcher on the 53-man roster. Orzech was let go so that the Packers can keep an injured player on the 53 and then put him on non-season ending IR. Orzech will re-sign tomorrow.
— Tom Silverstein (@TomSilverstein) August 29, 2023
- WR Duece Watts
#Packers have released WR Deuce Watts, according to a source. A very talented WR group made it tough to crack.
— Tom Silverstein (@TomSilverstein) August 29, 2023
- OT Kadeem Telfort
Packers released OT Kadeem Telfort, per source.
— Matt Schneidman (@mattschneidman) August 29, 2023
- S Benny Sapp
#Packers have released S Benny Sapp, the hero of the preseason victory over Seattle Saturday. Not sure what that means for who they've kept yet.
— Tom Silverstein (@TomSilverstein) August 29, 2023
- S Innis Gaines
A bit of a surprise. Innis Gaines spent a lot of time at slot corner this summer and played well. It seemed he was close to making the 53.
#Packers released safety Innis Gaines, per source. Another top special teamer with versatility in the secondary.
— Ryan Wood (@ByRyanWood) August 29, 2023
- CB Shemar Jean-Charles
Shemar Jean-Charles was competing for the backup job at slot corner while also providing value on special teams. The Packers have decided to move on, which means seventh-round draft choice Carrington Valentine is likely to make the 53.
A bit of a surprise here: #Packers have released CB Shemar Jean-Charles, according to a source. Excellent special teams player who was competing for a slot position. Team played rookie Carrington Valentine in the slot late in camp to see if he could do it.
— Tom Silverstein (@TomSilverstein) August 29, 2023
- CB Kiondre Thomas
#Packers released CB Kiondre Thomas, per source. He's a candidate for the practice squad.
— Ryan Wood (@ByRyanWood) August 29, 2023
- OL Jean Delance
Packers released OL Jean Delance, per source.
— Matt Schneidman (@mattschneidman) August 29, 2023
- RB Nate McCrary
#Packers are releasing RB Nate McCrary, per source.
— Ryan Wood (@ByRyanWood) August 29, 2023
- LB Jimmy Philips
The Packers have released linebacker Jimmy Phillips. UDFA had a really good camp. I'd guess he'll get a shot somewhere.
— Bill Huber (@BillHuberNFL) August 29, 2023
- C Cole Schneider
#Packers release center Cole Schneider, per source.
— Ryan Wood (@ByRyanWood) August 29, 2023
They have until 3 p.m. to trim their rosters to 53 players, plus one for an international exemption.
- DL Jason Lewan
As expected, the Packers are releasing defensive lineman Jason Lewan.
#Packers are releasing DL Jason Lewan, per source.
— Ryan Wood (@ByRyanWood) August 29, 2023
- WR Cody Chrest
The Packers are one step closer to finalizing their wide receiver room.
#Packers released WR Cody Chrest, per source.
— Ryan Wood (@ByRyanWood) August 29, 2023
- TE Austin Allen
Even after Tyler Davis' season-ending injury, Austin Allen won't make the Packers' 53-man roster.
#Packers released TE Austin Allen, per source. They want him back on the practice squad.
— Ryan Wood (@ByRyanWood) August 29, 2023
Don't be surprised if GM Brian Gutekunst is looking to add to TE on the 53 through the waiver wire
- RB Lew Nichols III
According to Bill Huber of Sports Illustrated, the Packers will place rookie running back Lew Nichols III on injured reserve and then release him with an injury settlement.
- LS Matt Orzech
Huber also reported that the Packers will release long snapper Matt Orzech. However, they plan to re-sign him on Wednesday. Releasing him now creates a roster spot for the time being.
- P Pat O'Donnell
The Packers announced on Monday that they have surprisingly released punter Pat O'Donnell. They are going for the inexperienced Daniel Whelan, who performed well throughout the summer. Green Bay continues to move into a new era.
This roster cut tracker will be updated regularly throughout the next couple of days, so be sure to check back often.
Packers 53-man roster
Quarterbacks (2)
- Jordan Love
- Sean Clifford
Running backs (3)
- Aaron Jones
- AJ Dillon
- Emanuel Wilson
Wide receivers (6)
- Christian Watson
- Romeo Doubs
- Jayden Reed
- Samori Toure
- Malik Heath
- Dontayvion Wicks
Tight ends (3)
- Luke Musgrave
- Josiah Deguara
- Tucker Kraft
Offensive line (11)
- David Bakhtiari
- Elgton Jenkins
- Josh Myers
- Jon Runyan Jr.
- Zach Tom
- Yosh Nijman
- Rasheed Walker
- Sean Rhyan
- Royce Newman
- Caleb Jones
- Luke Tenuta
Defensive line (6)
- Kenny Clark
- Devonte Wyatt
- Karl Brooks
- T.J. Slaton
- Colby Wooden
- Jonathan Ford
Outside linebackers (6)
- Rashan Gary
- Preston Smith
- Lukas Van Ness
- Kingsley Enagbare
- Justin Hollins
- Brenton Cox Jr.
Inside linebackers (5)
- De'Vondre Campbell
- Quay Walker
- Isaiah McDuffie
- Eric Wilson
- Tariq Carpenter
Cornerbacks (4)
- Jaire Alexander
- Rasul Douglas
- Keisean Nixon
- Carrington Valentine
Safeties (5)
- Darnell Savage
- Rudy Ford
- Anthony Johnson Jr.
- Dallin Leavitt
- Jonathan Owens
Specialists (2)
- Anders Carlson
- Daniel Whelan
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