Packers facing scrutiny over Aaron Banks' costly contract
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 19, 2026, 4:47 AM
Last updated Aug 19, 2026
The Green Bay Packers are facing criticism over the $77 million contract given to left guard Aaron Banks. CBS Sports named Banks to its All-Overpaid Team for 2026, citing his underwhelming performance and health concerns. In 2025, Banks allowed 23 quarterback pressures and received a low offensive grade from Pro Football Focus. His health issues, including knee tendinitis, have limited his participation in training camp, raising questions about his role with the team. Rookie Jager Burton has taken first-team reps in his absence, leading to uncertainty about Banks' place on the roster moving forward.
- •Aaron Banks signed a four-year, $77 million deal in March 2025.
- •Banks struggled last season with multiple injuries and low performance metrics.
- •He is currently sidelined with knee tendinitis during training camp.
- •Rookie Jager Burton is competing for a starting position.
- •The Packers restructured Banks' contract, complicating any potential release.
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