Packers acquire Kaleb Johnson in trade before final roster cuts
ESPN • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 30, 2026, 6:50 PM
Last updated Aug 30, 2026
The Green Bay Packers added running back depth by acquiring Kaleb Johnson in a trade on Sunday. The move comes as NFL teams finalize their active rosters ahead of the upcoming season. Johnson, a former third-round draft pick, joins a backfield currently managing a situation involving Jacobs. The acquisition provides the team with additional options at the running back position before the deadline for final roster cuts. The front office acted to address personnel needs as league-wide adjustments continue across the professional football.
- •The Packers acquired Kaleb Johnson via trade on Sunday.
- •The move occurred ahead of final NFL roster cuts.
- •Kaleb Johnson is a former third-round draft selection.
- •The trade provides depth while the team manages the Jacobs case.
- 7:17 PMESPN — Sources: Pack deal for Johnson amid Jacobs case
"The Packers added some depth at running back by trading for former third-round pick Kaleb Johnson on Sunday ahead of final roster cuts
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