Packers face Cardinals in preseason finale for key roster spots
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 28, 2026, 11:50 AM
Last updated Aug 28, 2026
The Green Bay Packers host the Arizona Cardinals at Lambeau Field on Friday night in their preseason finale. Several players are vying for a spot on the 53-man roster, particularly among wide receivers. Isaiah Neyor, J. Micheal Sturdivant, and Will Sheppard all have the opportunity to showcase their skills, with Neyor potentially holding a slight edge. The Packers also signed veteran Jonnu Smith to strengthen the tight end group, raising questions about Luke Musgrave's status. The right guard competition appears to favor Jacob Monk, while rookie Brandon Cisse is expected to continue with the first-team defense.
- •Packers play Cardinals in their only home preseason game.
- •Isaiah Neyor, J. Micheal Sturdivant, and Will Sheppard compete for a receiver spot.
- •Jonnu Smith's arrival raises concerns about Luke Musgrave's injury status.
- •Jacob Monk likely to start at right guard for Week 1.
- •Brandon Cisse appears to have secured a role with the first-team defense.
- 11:50 AMYahoo Sports — 5 things to watch in Packers vs. Cardinals: The final wide receiver battle
- 11:50 AMUSA Today — 5 things to watch in Packers vs. Cardinals: The final wide receiver battle - Packers Wire
"There may be a wide receiver spot up for grabs in Green Bay, and Friday night's preseason finale provides three players their last chance to win it.
"There may be a wide receiver spot up for grabs in Green Bay, and Friday night's preseason finale provides three players their last chance to win it.
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External links- Yahoo SportsAug 28, 2026, 11:50 AM5 things to watch in Packers vs. Cardinals: The final wide receiver battle
There may be a wide receiver spot up for grabs in Green Bay, and Friday night's preseason finale provides three players their last chance to win it.
- USA TodayAug 28, 2026, 11:50 AM5 things to watch in Packers vs. Cardinals: The final wide receiver battle - Packers Wire
There may be a wide receiver spot up for grabs in Green Bay, and Friday night's preseason finale provides three players their last chance to win it.
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