Packers Sign Garnett Hollis Jr. Fill Roster With Key Additions

The Green Bay Packers have bolstered their roster by signing undrafted rookie cornerback Garnett Hollis Jr., who spent time with the Tennessee Titans and has experience at Northwestern and West Virginia. Hollis joins a young cornerback group that includes Nate Hobbs, Keisean Nixon, Carrington Valentine, and several late-round picks, addressing the team's need for depth behind established starters. Additionally, the Packers claimed running back Israel Abanikanda off waivers from the San Francisco 49ers; Abanikanda, a 2023 fifth-round pick, offers familiarity with the Packers’ offensive scheme and potential as a RB2/3 option. However, the offensive line faces challenges as preferred starting left guard Aaron Banks is day-to-day with a back injury, and center Elgton Jenkins is sidelined on the non-football injury list, forcing the team to rely on backups like Travis Glover in training camp. Quarterback Jordan Love, secured with a four-year, $220 million contract extension, remains the franchise cornerstone, while new linebacker Isaiah Simmons, praised by teammates for his versatility and athleticism, is seen as a key addition to the defense. These moves reflect the Packers' ongoing efforts to build depth and address injury concerns as they prepare for the upcoming season.