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Former Chicago Bears starting specialist joins the Green Bay Packers

Heavy.com • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 2, 2026, 9:04 PM

Last updated Sep 2, 2026

Former Chicago Bears starting specialist joins the Green Bay Packers
Summary

The Green Bay Packers signed a former Chicago Bears starting specialist ahead of their upcoming Week 1 matchup against the Minnesota Vikings. The move bolsters the Packers' roster as the team prepares for its regular-season opener. This roster addition involves a player moving from one NFC North rival to another. Matt Schneidman of The Athletic reported the transaction on September 2. The player arrives in Green Bay shortly before the team begins its scheduled 2026 season schedule. No further details regarding the specific terms of the deal or the identity of the player have been disclosed beyond his previous role with Chicago.

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  • •The Green Bay Packers signed a former Chicago Bears starting specialist.
  • •The player joined the team ahead of the Week 1 game against the Minnesota Vikings.
  • •Matt Schneidman of The Athletic reported the roster move on September 2.
  • •The acquisition occurs immediately before the start of the 2026 NFL season.
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  • 9:04 PMHeavy.com — Ex-Bears Veteran Starter Signs With Packers Before Week 1 - heavy.com
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A former Chicago Bears starting specialist has signed with the Green Bay Packers ahead of their Week 1 opener against the Minnesota Vikings.

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