Packers QB Jordan Love Donates $320,000 to Support Charlie Kirk’s Family
Green Bay, WI – September 12, 2025
The NFL continues to mourn the tragic assassination of conservative commentator Charlie Kirk, who was killed earlier this week during a community event. Among the tributes pouring in from politics, sports, and entertainment, Green Bay Packers quarterback Jordan Love has stepped forward with a powerful gesture.
Love has donated $320,000 to support Kirk’s wife, Erika, and their two young daughters.
According to sources close to the team, the contribution has been divided into two parts:
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$120,000 for public murals and floral memorials in Green Bay, Charlotte, and Phoenix, honoring Kirk’s life and legacy.
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$200,000 placed into a trust fund to secure his daughters’ education and long-term stability.
In a statement, Love explained: “This isn’t about politics or football. It’s about family, compassion, and showing up for people when they feel most alone. Erika and her girls should always know they are loved and supported.”
The timing of this donation makes it even more significant. Just yesterday, Love also donated $180,000 to Honoring Iryna Zarutska, joining the global wave of tributes to the Ukrainian woman whose death drew international attention. Two consecutive acts of generosity reveal a quarterback committed to leading not only on the field, but also in humanity.
NFL teams are expected to hold moments of silence in Kirk’s memory this weekend, with early discussions already underway about establishing a legacy fund for his children.
One Packers teammate said privately: “Jordan shows leadership every Sunday. But this week, he showed what true leadership looks like when the game isn’t being played.”
Packers Cut Recent Draft Pick After Costly Preseason Setback
As the Green Bay Packers wrap up preseason play and turn their focus toward finalizing the 53-man roster, some tough decisions are coming into sharp focus-none more pressing than what to do with second-year offensive lineman Jacob Monk.
It’s been a rough August for Monk. Drafted in the fifth round in 2024, the hope was that he’d take a step forward in Year 2 and carve out a spot as a reliable depth piece.
But two rocky outings against the Jets and Colts have cast serious doubt on that plan. Monk allowed five pressures, took a sack and a hit, got flagged three times, and turned in pass-blocking grades that landed in the danger zone-23.6 and 25.1, per PFF.
It wasn't just a bad showing; it was the kind of performance that makes coaches start re-evaluating depth charts.
Then came the hamstring injury, which sidelined him for the preseason finale. That absence only put a brighter spotlight on who took his snaps-and what they did with them.
Enter Donovan Jennings. Thrown into the starting lineup at right guard against the Seahawks, Jennings delivered exactly the kind of bounce-back job players on the roster bubble need.
Solid in pass protection, dependable in the run game-he didn't flash, but he didn't falter either. In preseason competition, that counts for a lot, especially when it's a direct comparison to a struggling teammate.
Packers GM Brian Gutekunst has built a bit of a reputation for being willing to make late-summer moves. Just last year, Green Bay dealt for a backup quarterback and kicker at this exact stage of the calendar.
If history holds, Gutekunst won't hesitate to hit the waiver wire or pull off a trade if it means solidifying a key position. With Monk's struggles and murky health status, interior line depth feels like a prime candidate for reinforcement.
The Packers haven’t ruled Monk out publicly, but actions speak loudest. In the absence of Elgton Jenkins, they chose to slide Sean Rhyan, their projected starting right guard, over to center instead of giving Monk live reps at the pivot.
That’s a telling choice. When coaches start reshuffling starters to fill backups’ roles, that usually means trust isn’t quite there for the second-tier guy.
None of this is easy. Monk is still young, and Gutekunst typically gives draft picks more than one season to prove themselves.
But Green Bay’s done it before-most notably with third-round pick Amari Rodgers, who was let go halfway through his second season. If there’s not enough progress, the Packers have shown they’re not afraid to cut bait.
Right now, Monk looks like the odd man out. Between two misfires in preseason action and an untimely injury, his chances of cracking the 53 appear bleak. Jennings seizing the moment only adds more weight to the decision.
With roster cutdowns looming and the waiver wire about to light up, the Packers have options. Monk’s future with the team is now anything but certain.
