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Packers Bid Farewell to Key Players in Free Agency
Several high-profile Green Bay Packers players are leaving the team as NFL free agency begins.
Published on Mar. 9, 2026
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The Green Bay Packers are seeing a number of their key players depart in free agency, including Malik Willis, Rashan Gary, Quay Walker, Kingsley Enagbare, Elgton Jenkins, and others. The team is making moves to trade or release these players as the new league year begins.
Why it matters
The Packers have been a consistent contender in the NFL in recent years, making the loss of so many important players a significant shift for the franchise. These departures will require the team to rebuild parts of their roster and find replacements for the production and leadership these players provided.
The details
Among the notable Packers players leaving are quarterback Malik Willis, who signed a 3-year, $67.5 million deal with the Miami Dolphins, and defensive end Rashan Gary, who was traded to the Dallas Cowboys for a 4th round pick. Linebacker Quay Walker signed a 3-year, $40.5 million contract with the Las Vegas Raiders, while offensive lineman Elgton Jenkins was released. Other Packers departures include Kingsley Enagbare (1-year, $10M to Jets), Colby Wooden (traded to Colts), and Sean Rhyan (3-year, $33M extension).
- NFL free agency officially began on March 9, 2026.
The players
Malik Willis
A backup quarterback for the Packers who signed a 3-year, $67.5 million contract with the Miami Dolphins.
Rashan Gary
A defensive end for the Packers who was traded to the Dallas Cowboys for a 4th round pick.
Quay Walker
A linebacker for the Packers who signed a 3-year, $40.5 million contract with the Las Vegas Raiders.
Kingsley Enagbare
A defensive lineman for the Packers who signed a 1-year, $10 million contract with the New York Jets.
Elgton Jenkins
An offensive lineman for the Packers who was released by the team.
The takeaway
The Packers are facing a significant roster overhaul as they lose several key players in free agency. The team will need to find ways to replace the production and leadership of these departing stars in order to remain competitive in the NFC.
