Zaire Franklin makes impactful Packers debut in Week 1
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 16, 2026, 10:12 AM
Last updated Sep 16, 2026
Zaire Franklin played in his Week 1 debut with the Green Bay Packers after being traded from the Indianapolis Colts. He participated in 65 defensive snaps, recording five total tackles and one quarterback pressure. Franklin allowed three receptions on four targets, averaging 8.7 yards per reception. The trade, which sent Franklin to the Packers for defensive tackle Colby Wooden, freed up $5.75 million in salary cap space for the Colts, who have since adjusted their linebacker rotation.
- •Franklin played 65 snaps in his Packers debut on September 16.
- •He logged five tackles and one quarterback pressure.
- •Franklin was traded to the Packers to create salary cap space for the Colts.
- •The Colts are adjusting their linebacker lineup due to Franklin's departure.
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