Packers Players React to Wicks Trade to Eagles

Teammates express mixed emotions over wide receiver's departure from Green Bay.

Apr. 11, 2026 at 1:17am

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Green Bay Packers players have shared their reactions to the trade that sent wide receiver Dontayvion Wicks from the Packers to the Philadelphia Eagles. Quarterback Jordan Love, who recently threw out the ceremonial first pitch at a Brewers game, expressed disappointment at losing Wicks, saying 'Damn dawg' on social media.

Why it matters

The Packers' wide receiver corps has been a point of emphasis this offseason, with the team looking to reload after the departure of several key players. Wicks was seen as a rising talent, so his trade to the Eagles is a significant move that will impact the Packers' offensive plans going forward.

The details

Wicks, a second-year wide receiver, was traded to the Eagles in exchange for draft picks. The move comes as the Packers look to reshape their receiving group, which has seen several changes this offseason.

  • Wicks was traded to the Eagles on April 10, 2026.
  • Jordan Love threw out the ceremonial first pitch at a Brewers game earlier this year.

The players

Jordan Love

The starting quarterback for the Green Bay Packers.

Dontayvion Wicks

A wide receiver who was recently traded from the Packers to the Philadelphia Eagles.

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What they’re saying

“Damn dawg”

— Jordan Love, Packers Quarterback

The takeaway

The Packers' trade of Dontayvion Wicks to the Eagles highlights the ongoing changes to the team's receiving corps, as they look to rebuild and reload for the upcoming season. Quarterback Jordan Love's reaction underscores the mixed emotions players can feel when a teammate departs.