Green Bay Packers add 16 new players to initial 53-man roster
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Last updated Aug 31, 2026

The Green Bay Packers have finalized their initial 53-man roster for the 2026 season, including 16 players who were not on the team at any point last year. The group features several draft picks, such as offensive lineman Jager Burton and cornerback Brandon Cisse, who both showed progress during training camp. Veteran arrivals include linebacker Zaire Franklin and defensive tackle Javon Hargrave, the latter reuniting with defensive coordinator Jonathan Gannon. The roster also includes running back Kaleb Johnson, acquired via trade from the Pittsburgh Steelers, and wide receiver Skyy Moore, who joined from the San Francisco 49ers. Additional depth was added at tight end with the acquisition of Mark Redman in a trade with the Los Angeles Rams. These personnel moves come as the team prepares for its Week 1 regular-season opener.
- •Sixteen players appear on the Packers roster for the first time.
- •Javon Hargrave joins the defense after previously playing under Jonathan Gannon.
- •Skyy Moore arrives to bolster the team's return game.
- •Kaleb Johnson was acquired from the Steelers for a 2028 sixth-round pick.
- •Mark Redman joined the team in a trade with the Los Angeles Rams.
- 10:00 AMLombardi Ave — 3 players on Packers' initial 53-man roster who may not make it to Week 1 - Lombardi Ave
- 8:15 PMYahoo Sports — These 16 players make their first appearance on Packers 53-man roster
"The Green Bay Packers' initial 53-man roster is set. Here are three players whose spots may remain in jeopardy.
"The Green Bay Packers have 16 players making their first appearance on their initial 53-man roster.
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External links- Lombardi AveSep 2, 2026, 10:00 AM3 players on Packers' initial 53-man roster who may not make it to Week 1 - Lombardi Ave
The Green Bay Packers' initial 53-man roster is set. Here are three players whose spots may remain in jeopardy.
- Yahoo SportsAug 31, 2026, 8:15 PMThese 16 players make their first appearance on Packers 53-man roster
The Green Bay Packers have 16 players making their first appearance on their initial 53-man roster.
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