As the Green Bay Packers brace for a busy week with up to five players potentially heading to injured reserve, the uncertainty is palpable. General manager Brian Gutekunst and his team are on the lookout for strategic waiver pickups as the 2025 regular season looms.

In recent years, the Packers have uniquely targeted players they previously brought in as pre-draft visitors. Since the 2022 draft, they have signed an astounding 28 athletes from this group, showcasing a commitment to familiar faces like tight ends Ben Sims and John FitzPatrick, as well as safety Omar Brown. This trend indicates a preference for players they’ve scouted up close.

Latest Updates on Released Players

As of August 24, four former Packers visitors have been released by their NFL teams, presenting opportunities for Green Bay. They are: - RB Evan Hull - CB Josh Thompson - CB Gregory Junior (who spent time with the Packers this summer) - S Quindell Johnson Although these players have been released, it seems the Packers might have moved on, given their prior opportunities to sign them.

Potential Additions to Watch

Several roster bubble players, previously unavailable to Green Bay, could capture the team’s attention if waived this weekend. Some intriguing prospects include: - TE Josh Whyle, Titans - OL Esa Pole, Chiefs - OL Kiran Amegadjie, Bears - DT Eric Johnson II, Colts - DT Khristian Boyd, Saints - LB Marte Mapu, Patriots - S Dell Pettus, Patriots - S Jordan Howden, Saints Stay tuned as teams finalize their rosters and these players become available.

Introducing Logan Brown: A Prime Candidate

One name to keep an eye on is offensive lineman Logan Brown, a former five-star recruit from Wisconsin who transferred to Kansas. Known for his agility, Brown was highly rated in the 2025 draft class but ultimately went undrafted and signed as a free agent with the Minnesota Vikings.

However, after securing a deal with $244,000 guaranteed, he was surprisingly released by Minnesota. This opened the door for possible interest from the Packers, who may have lost a bidding war for him earlier. If Green Bay picks him up now, they would be responsible for a guaranteed salary of $234,000 from the overall contract of $840,000.

With roster decisions rapidly approaching, the Packers may find themselves in a prime position to enhance their lineup with both familiar faces and fresh talent. The coming days will be crucial.