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Why the Packers Are Staying Patient in Free Agency

The Green Bay Packers remain in a strong position when it comes to the NFL's compensatory draft pick formula. Rather than making a splash in free agency, the front office appears focused on protecting valuable compensatory selections for the 2027 NFL Draft.

If the current projection holds, Green Bay is expected to receive:

• A third-round compensatory pick for losing quarterback Malik Willis.
• A fourth-round compensatory pick for wide receiver Romeo Doubs.
• A fifth-round compensatory pick for linebacker Quay Walker.
• A fifth- or sixth-round compensatory pick for offensive tackle Rasheed Walker, whose market remains difficult to predict.

The only clear cancellation so far comes from signing cornerback Benjamin St-Juste, which offsets the departure of Kingsley Enagbare. Because NFL teams can receive a maximum of four compensatory selections each year, any additional qualifying losses would not increase Green Bay's total.

This conservative approach explains why the Packers have largely avoided signing unrestricted free agents despite having roster needs.

Other Teams Are Following the Same Strategy

Green Bay is far from the only franchise taking this route.

The Seattle Seahawks, despite entering the offseason with significant salary cap flexibility and coming off a Super Bowl appearance, have also been cautious in unrestricted free agency to preserve future draft compensation.

The Jacksonville Jaguars have publicly acknowledged a similar philosophy, with team executives noting that maintaining projected fourth- and fifth-round compensatory selections is more valuable than signing qualifying free agents early in the offseason.

While unrestricted free agents affect the compensatory formula, several other player categories do not.

Cap Casualties

Players released by their previous teams are not considered compensatory free agents, making them available without impacting draft pick projections.

Green Bay has already taken advantage of this by signing defensive tackle Javon Hargrave after his release.

Lower-Cost Free Agents

Players whose average annual salary falls below the compensatory threshold generally do not qualify in the formula. These contracts typically have little or no effect on projected compensatory picks.

This is why the details of Skyy Moore's contract remain important. Depending on the final incentive structure, his deal may or may not qualify as a compensatory signing.

Post-Draft Signings

The compensatory free agent signing period ends after the first Monday following the NFL Draft.

Beginning on April 27, teams are free to sign remaining unrestricted free agents without affecting their compensatory draft picks, making that date an important milestone for patient front offices like Green Bay.

Non-Compensatory Free Agents Worth Monitoring

Another market many teams quietly explore consists of players who do not count against the compensatory formula.

These include:

• Non-tendered restricted free agents (RFAs)
• Non-tendered exclusive rights free agents (ERFAs)

Since their original teams declined to tender them, they became unrestricted free agents without impacting the compensatory system.

Several playoff teams have already taken advantage of this market. For example, the Los Angeles Chargers reportedly signed running back Keaton Mitchell instead of pursuing a compensatory free agent, allowing them to preserve a projected third-round compensatory selection.

Seattle and Jacksonville have followed a similar strategy by adding players from this non-compensatory group rather than targeting traditional unrestricted free agents.

Interesting Available Players

Several non-compensatory free agents remain available and could interest teams looking for inexpensive depth.

Wide Receivers

Some notable names include:

• Malik Heath
• David Sills
• Cody White
• Bryce Ford-Wheaton

A reunion with Malik Heath could make sense for Green Bay. While earning a spot on the initial 53-man roster would be challenging, his experience in Matt LaFleur's offense, willingness to block, and special teams value could make him a strong practice squad option.

Offensive Linemen

There are also experienced offensive linemen still available, including:

• Brock Hoffman
• Austin Deculus
• Ryan McCollum
• Lecitus Smith
• Luke Tenuta

Green Bay is familiar with both Lecitus Smith and Luke Tenuta after previously bringing them into the organization.

Defensive Linemen

One intriguing name is Jaquelin Roy.

Roy visited Green Bay during the pre-draft process before entering the NFL and has flashed potential when healthy. After spending much of last season on injured reserve, he could become a low-risk depth addition if the Packers look to strengthen their defensive line.

Edge Defenders

Available options include:

• Tomon Fox
• Tarron Jackson
• Jeremiah Moon
• Nick Hampton
• Aaron Mosby

Aaron Mosby remains a familiar face for Packers fans after contributing heavily on special teams. Although roster flexibility made it difficult to keep him previously, he could still be considered if additional special teams depth becomes necessary.

Linebackers

Several linebackers with strong special teams experience are also available:

• Jack Gibbens
• Mohamoud Diabate
• Baylon Spector
• Cam Jones
• Anfernee Orji
• Segun Olubi
• Ben VanSumeren

However, Green Bay already has quality special teams contributors under contract, including Nick Niemann, Kristian Welch, and returning captain Isaiah McDuffie, making another linebacker signing less likely.

Final Thoughts

Green Bay's quiet offseason should not be mistaken for inactivity. Protecting multiple compensatory draft picks provides long-term roster value, and the Packers still have several opportunities to improve their roster without sacrificing those selections.

Whether through cap casualties, non-compensatory free agents, or post-draft signings, the front office has multiple avenues to strengthen the team while preserving valuable draft capital for 2027.

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