Packers Brutally Cut Veteran WR Hours After Birthday Tribute — Player Left in Shock
GREEN BAY, Wis. – Aug. 25, 2025 – The Green Bay Packers are wasting no time adjusting their roster ahead of Tuesday’s cutdown deadline. With final decisions looming, the front office moved quickly to balance depth across key positions.
The first domino fell after Green Bay officially acquired offensive lineman Darian Kinnard in a trade. Seen as an insurance piece for an offensive line that has battled attrition, his arrival made it clear the team needed to open a roster spot.
Carrying 13 wide receivers in camp made the position an easy target. With Matthew Golden, Jayden Reed, Romeo Doubs, Dontayvion Wicks, and Savion Williams appearing safe — and Christian Watson set to start on the PUP list — cuts at wideout were inevitable.
That’s where Kawaan Baker came in. The former seventh-round pick, most recently a waiver claim, was released Monday to make room for Kinnard. He had previously spent time on Green Bay’s practice squad and earned another look this August.
While his release was not surprising, it highlights the urgency of Green Bay’s approach. Rather than wait for waiver-wire scraps, the front office acted decisively, just as it did last summer with the late acquisition of quarterback Malik Willis.
Kinnard brings size and power, offering valuable depth even if he doesn’t push for a starting role immediately. For a team eyeing another deep postseason run, the reinforcement underscores a proactive commitment to roster strength.
Meanwhile, the wide receiver room remains crowded. Malik Heath appears to have the edge among fringe candidates, while veteran Mecole Hardman — despite his speed and return ability — has yet to establish a defined role in the offense.
Baker’s departure may be the first of many as Green Bay trims down from 90 to 53. With 37 more moves to make before Tuesday’s deadline, the Packers’ roster churn is only just beginning.
Lions Rookie Faces Lawsuit from Former Agent Just Days Before Week 6 Clash
Detroit, MI – October 9, 2025
The Detroit Lions are entering Week 6 riding a strong wave of momentum, but a new off-field distraction threatens to overshadow their preparations. Rookie wide receiver
According to court filings obtained this week, the agent claims TeSlaa failed to pay a
The timing couldn’t be worse for Detroit, which is preparing for a crucial matchup against the Kansas City Chiefs with key starters on defense already sidelined. For TeSlaa, who was acquired from the
Known for his athleticism and route-running polish at Arkansas, TeSlaa was brought in as a developmental weapon for offensive coordinator Ben Johnson. However, early-season opportunities have been limited, and sources say the organization is concerned that off-field distractions could stall his progress.
While such commission disputes are civil matters and not uncommon in NFL circles, they can carry reputational risks, especially for young players still establishing themselves in the locker room. TeSlaa’s camp has declined to comment, while the Lions are expected to maintain silence as the legal process unfolds.
Inside the team facility, the message is clear — focus on football. With the Lions chasing a fifth straight win and playoff hopes rising, head coach Dan Campbell will want his rookie locked in on play execution, not paperwork.
How TeSlaa handles the dual challenge of legal scrutiny and on-field competition could determine not only his immediate role in Detroit’s offense but also his long-term standing within one of the NFL’s hottest teams.
