Bill Huber· Aug 6, 2026
Huber's first Packers rookie progress report projects second-round cornerback Brandon Cisse to hold onto his spot with the No. 1 defense, third-round defensive tackle Chris McClellan to start in Week 1, and fifth-round lineman Jager Burton to be the team's top interior backup rather than a starter.
“With veteran starter Carrington Valentine out due to injury, second-round pick Brandon Cisse moved in with the No. 1 defense. At this point, he might never move out.”
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Chris McClellan to be 1st on the depth chart
“Chris McClellan quickly jumped in with the No. 1 offense during OTAs, making him a big favorite to be a starter for Week 1.”
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Brandon Cisse to be 1st on the depth chart
“second-round pick Brandon Cisse moved in with the No. 1 defense. At this point, he might never move out.”
Not settled yet. This is graded once the result is in.
Jager Burton to be 2nd on the depth chart
“If Green Bay's No. 1 line is healthy, Burton is not going to start. But he's got a chance to be the top interior backup, with third-year player Jacob Monk the top competition.”
Not settled yet. This is graded once the result is in.
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