Packers Announce Roster Moves

The Green Bay Packers signed five draft picks and 10 rookie free agents. The signings were announced Friday by General Manager Brian Gutekunst.

DRAFT SIGNINGS:

UNDRAFTED FREE AGENTS:

Barrett began his collegiate career at the University of Wisconsin (2021-23) and appeared in 13 games before playing his final two seasons at Iowa State University (2024-25), where he started 16 of the 20 contests he played in. Last season, he helped the Cyclones post 150-plus rushing yards in each of the final seven games for the season, the longest streak for ISU since 2008-09. In 2024, Barrett blocked for an offense that set the school record for points scored (435) and tied for No. 4 in program history in rushing TDs (27).

(KAI-run) Drones played at Baylor University (2021-22) and Virginia Tech (2023-25), appearing in 41 games with 32 starts and completing 494 of 847 passes (58.3 pct.) for 5,785 yards and 45 TDs with 19 interceptions. He also carried the ball 442 times for 1,847 yards (4.2 avg.) and 22 TDs. Drones hauled in three receptions during his college career, including a TD.

Gesky spent five years (2021-25) at the University of Illinois, appearing in 48 games with 34 starts. He started all 26 games he played in over his final two seasons at left guard. In 2023, Gesky made starts at right and left guard. He earned All-Big Ten honorable mention from the coaches and the media in each of his last three seasons.

(nai-juh-leak) Kelly played at the University of Miami (2022-23) and the University of Central Florida (2024-25), appearing in 40 games with 26 starts and recording 118 tackles (67 solo), 12.5 sacks, 22.5 tackles for a loss, five forced fumbles and an interception. He earned All-Big 12 honorable mention in each of his two seasons at UCF.

Kenion (KEN-yin) played at City College of San Francisco (2021), the University of Idaho (2022-23), Sacramento State (2024) and the University of Nevada (2025). From 2022-25, he played in 44 games and registered 162 tackles (97 solo), 9.5 tackles for a loss, a half-sack, 11 interceptions, 28 passes defensed and three forced fumbles. In 2025, Kenion earned Defensive Most Valuable Player honors from his team and was named second-team All-Mountain West.

Maryland saw action in 46 games with 32 starts in four seasons at SMU (2022-25), recording 113 receptions for 1,495 yards (13.2 avg.) and 19 TDs. He earned first-team All-ACC honors in 2023 after setting career highs in receptions (34), receiving yards (518), yards per reception (15.2 avg.) and receiving TDs (seven). In 2024, he earned All-ACC honorable mention.

Nixon spent three years at Oklahoma State (2021-23) and a year each at Western Michigan (2024) and UCF (2025), playing in 52 games and totaling 1,973 rushing yards and 21 TDs on 324 carries (6.1 avg.). He also hauled in 61 passes for 480 yards (7.9 avg.) and four TDs. Nixon returned 68 kickoffs for 1,547 yards (22.8 avg.) and two TDs. He earned honorable mention from the league’s coaches for Big 12 Offensive Freshman of the Year and honorable mention All-Big 12 in 2022. Nixon earned first-team All-MAC recognition in 2024 and last season earned honorable mention All-Big 12 as a kick returner.

Quinn was at the University of Louisville from 2021-25, playing in 54 games and recording 289 tackles (123 solo), 15 tackles for a loss, five sacks, three interceptions, 10 passes defensed, a fumble recovery and a blocked kick. He led the team in tackles in each of his final three seasons, setting career highs in total tackles (95) and solo tackles (45) in 2025. Quinn earned honorable mention All-ACC in 2023 and last season secured third-team All-ACC honors.

Sturdivant played for the University of California (2021-22), UCLA (2023-24) and the University of Florida (2025), appearing in 52 games with 42 starts. He finished with 150 receptions for 2,073 yards (13.8 avg.) and 16 TDs. In 2022, he set career highs in receptions (65), receiving yards (755) and receiving TDs (seven) to earn All-Pac-12 honorable mention, first-team Freshman All-America honors from the College Football News (CFN) and first-team All-America honors from the Football Writers Association of America (FWAA).

Wade spent three years at the University of Tulsa (2020-22) and three years at Auburn University (2023-25), appearing in 55 games with 45 starts. He made starts at left guard (16), right tackle (five) and left tackle (24) during his college career and finished by making 34 consecutive starts. Last season, he registered multiple knockdown blocks in four contests.

NOTE: This press release was submitted to Urban Milwaukee and was not written by an Urban Milwaukee writer. While it is believed to be reliable, Urban Milwaukee does not guarantee its accuracy or completeness.

Recent Press Releases by Green Bay Packers

Packers, Oneida Casino Hotel Extend Partnership

Apr 28th, 2026 by Green Bay Packers

 

Packers Sign WR Reed to Contract Extension

Apr 24th, 2026 by Green Bay Packers

 

Green Bay Packers to Announce NFL Draft Pick From Dublin

Apr 22nd, 2026 by Green Bay Packers

Irish musical artist Gavin James and young musicians to showcase local culture during Day 3 selection