Javon Hargrave's Son Celebrates Dad's Move to Packers

Hargrave's young son had an excited reaction to the news of his father signing with Green Bay.

Published on Mar. 12, 2026

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Veteran NFL defensive tackle Javon Hargrave has signed a two-year, $23 million deal with the Green Bay Packers after being released by the Minnesota Vikings. Hargrave's young son was captured on video having an enthusiastic reaction to the news, guessing the Packers correctly after being given a hint about "cheeseheads."

Why it matters

Hargrave's move to the Packers is significant as he enters the 11th season of his NFL career. After stints with the Steelers, Eagles, 49ers and Vikings, he now joins a Packers team that has made the playoffs in each of the past three seasons, providing a veteran presence on their defensive line.

The details

Hargrave was released by the Vikings on Wednesday, saving the team over $10 million in salary cap space. The 30-year-old defensive tackle is coming off a 2025 season where he recorded 52 tackles, 4 tackles for loss and 3.5 sacks. He was previously named to the Pro Bowl in 2023 during his time with the 49ers. Hargrave was originally drafted by the Steelers in the 3rd round in 2016 after a successful college career at South Carolina State.

  • Hargrave was released by the Minnesota Vikings on Wednesday, March 11, 2026 to start the new league year.
  • Hargrave signed a two-year, $23 million deal with the Green Bay Packers on March 11, 2026.

The players

Javon Hargrave

A 30-year-old veteran defensive tackle who has played 10 seasons in the NFL for the Steelers, Eagles, 49ers and Vikings, and is now joining the Packers on a two-year contract.

Javon Hargrave's Son

The young son of Javon Hargrave who had an excited reaction when learning his father was signing with the Green Bay Packers.

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What they’re saying

“A Green Bay Packer?”

— Javon Hargrave's Son (Twitter)

What’s next

Hargrave will look to provide a veteran presence on the Packers' defensive line as they aim to make the playoffs for the fourth straight season in 2026.

The takeaway

Javon Hargrave's young son's enthusiastic reaction to his father signing with the Packers highlights the excitement and personal impact of major free agency moves in the NFL, especially for players' families.