Green Bay Packers roster J. Michael Sturdivant to extend 22-year personnel streak

The Green Bay Packers included wide receiver J. Michael Sturdivant on their initial 53-man roster following the conclusion of the preseason. Sturdivant successfully competed for the position after recovering from a concussion sustained against the Denver Broncos earlier this preseason. His addition to the team ensures that the franchise continues its streak of keeping at least one undrafted free agent on its Week 1 roster, a trend that has persisted for 22 consecutive seasons. The decision by head coach Matt LaFleur reflects the team's long-standing organizational strategy of prioritizing developmental depth regardless of a player's initial entry path into the league. Sturdivant previously saw limited action on special teams and participated in joint practices with the Arizona Cardinals while pushing for his spot on the final unit.

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