Packers Re-Sign Key Swing Tackle to 1-Year Deal

Green Bay hopes to find the right offensive line combination to return to the Super Bowl.

Published on Mar. 10, 2026

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The Green Bay Packers have re-signed offensive lineman Darian Kinnard to a one-year, $3.75 million contract. Kinnard, who was set to become a restricted free agent, arrived in Green Bay last season via a trade from the Philadelphia Eagles. The Packers are focused on strengthening their offensive line to better protect quarterback Jordan Love, who has sustained injuries in his career.

Why it matters

The Packers are looking to build a strong offensive line to support Jordan Love and get the team back to the Super Bowl, which they haven't reached in nearly two decades. Kinnard's re-signing is part of that effort to find the right combination of players up front.

The details

Kinnard started four games for the Packers in 2025 after being acquired in a trade from the Eagles. Green Bay is expected to start Kinnard, Jordan Morgan, and Zach Tom on the offensive line in 2026, with Anthony Belton also capable of playing tackle if needed.

  • The Packers agreed to the one-year deal with Kinnard on Tuesday, March 10, 2026.
  • Kinnard was about to become a restricted free agent.

The players

Darian Kinnard

An offensive lineman who the Packers re-signed to a one-year, $3.75 million contract after he arrived in Green Bay via trade from the Philadelphia Eagles last season.

Jordan Love

The Packers' starting quarterback, who has sustained injuries in his career and the team is looking to better protect with a strengthened offensive line.

Jordan Morgan

Expected to start at tackle for the Packers in 2026 as part of their revamped offensive line.

Zach Tom

Expected to start at tackle for the Packers in 2026 as part of their revamped offensive line.

Anthony Belton

Penciled in as the Packers' starting right guard in 2026, but also capable of playing tackle if needed.

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What’s next

The Packers will continue to evaluate their offensive line options, potentially adding more depth through the draft, as they look to build the best unit to protect quarterback Jordan Love and return to the Super Bowl.

The takeaway

The Packers' re-signing of swing tackle Darian Kinnard is part of their offseason effort to strengthen their offensive line and provide better protection for quarterback Jordan Love. With an eye on a Super Bowl return, Green Bay is focused on finding the right combination of players up front.