Packers adjust running back depth chart following trade for Kaleb Johnson
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 2, 2026, 9:34 PM
Last updated Sep 2, 2026

The Green Bay Packers face a transition at running back as they prepare for the 2026 season. Josh Jacobs is unavailable due to legal proceedings, and Emanuel Wilson joined the Seattle Seahawks during the offseason. In response, the team acquired Kaleb Johnson from the Pittsburgh Steelers on August 30 in exchange for a sixth-round draft pick. MarShawn Lloyd, who has struggled with injuries over his first two seasons, currently sits at the top of the depth chart. Chris Brooks remains with the team as a third option and key contributor on special teams. The roster moves create an unproven backfield rotation that leaves several roles open as the season approaches.
- •Josh Jacobs is currently out of the lineup amid pending legal charges.
- •Green Bay traded a sixth-round pick to Pittsburgh for Kaleb Johnson on August 30.
- •MarShawn Lloyd enters the season as the depth chart leader after completing his first healthy preseason.
- •Chris Brooks provides depth and led all Packers running backs in special teams tackles last season.
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