The Green Bay Packers, currently on their bye week with a 6-3 record in the 2024 NFL season, made a notable trade at the recent NFL trade deadline. General Manager Brian Gutekunst’s only move was to send veteran linebacker Preston Smith to the Pittsburgh Steelers in exchange for a seventh-round draft pick.
Smith’s departure opens up opportunities for other players on the Packers’ defense. Lukas Van Ness, a young pass-rusher, may see increased playing time as a result. However, there’s also speculation that the Packers could consider signing free-agent defensive end Shaq Lawson to add depth and experience to their defense.
The decision to trade Smith signals some potential shifts in Green Bay’s defensive lineup, and the team may continue to explore options to bolster their pass rush. The final configuration of the Packers’ defense post-trade will be watched closely as they head into the second half of the season.
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