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Mark Perry making strong push for Packers' 53-man roster spot

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 10, 2026, 12:42 AM

Last updated Aug 10, 2026

Mark Perry making strong push for Packers' 53-man roster spot

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Mark Perry, a safety for the Green Bay Packers, is emerging as a strong candidate for a roster spot ahead of the 2026 season. Initially signed to the practice squad in late 2025, Perry's contributions on special teams, especially on the kickoff unit, have raised his profile significantly. With injuries impacting the team, the loss of Johnathan Baldwin for the season, Perry is competing for one of the final safety positions alongside Kitan Oladapo and Murvin Kenion. Insiders suggest that Perry’s performance in training camp could secure him a place on the active roster.

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•Mark Perry was signed to the Packers practice squad before the 2025 season ended.
•He is noted for significant contributions on the No. 1 kickoff unit during training camp.
•Currently competing for the fifth safety spot behind established players like Evan Williams and Xavier McKinney.
•Johnathan Baldwin's season-ending injury increases Perry's chances of making the roster.
•Perry previously played for the Miami Dolphins, Houston Texans, New England Patriots, Tennessee Titans, and Chicago Bears.

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When the Green Bay Packers signed Mark Perry to their practice squad before the final week of the 2025 season, it did not look like a move of any significance. However, right now, one Packers beat reporter has him looking like a favorite to nail down a roster spot entering the 2026 season.Bill Huber of […] The post Packers Forgotten Signing Suddenly Making Roster Push appeared first on HEAVY.
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