The Green Bay Packers totally threw their usual schedule out the window this week, pulling in three defenders for workouts on Monday, instead of their typical Tuesday “off” day. It’s a move that signals they’re actively digging for some extra talent and depth, and they weren’t waiting around to do it.
Miles Battle Joins The CB Grind
First up, cornerback Miles Battle. Dude’s a 2024 draft class prospect who put up a ridiculous 9.50 RAS, which is top-tier for a corner. He’s been all over the map though, playing for three different teams in the last three seasons: the Kansas City Chiefs, New England Patriots, and most recently the Miami Dolphins. He actually got some real snaps with the Pats, too, logging 47 defensive snaps and 56 special teams snaps across six regular season games. He even switched from wide receiver in college, starting at Ole Miss before transferring to Utah for his final year. Since the Dolphins let him go, he’s been trying out for the Tennessee Titans, Pittsburgh Steelers, and Buffalo Bills. He’s looking for a home, and Green Bay might just be it.
Culp and Iton Hunt For Their First NFL Snaps
Then there’s Elijah Culp, another undrafted corner. This guy’s a college journey-man, playing for four different programs over six seasons: Austin Peay, Troy, Charlotte, and James Madison. He originally signed with the Arizona Cardinals, coached by Matt LaFleur’s brother, which is kinda funny. He even signed with the Indianapolis Colts’ practice squad in late September before getting cut last week. He previously had a workout with the New York Giants, too. He’s still chasing that first regular season snap.
And on the defensive line, the Packers brought in Isaiah Iton. He’s a 2024 DT prospect, but he’s a bit undersized at 277 pounds. Like Culp, Iton has bounced around college, playing for Northern Colorado, Hutchinson C.C., Ole Miss, and Rutgers. He’s also been with the Tennessee Titans and New England Patriots, but injuries have been a problem. New England waived him with a hip injury in 2025 and again with an injury settlement in 2026. This appears to be his first visit since the Patriots let him go, and he’s also still waiting for his first NFL regular season game.
The Search For Depth Continues
So, why the early Monday hustle for the Packers? They are clearly digging for depth, looking for guys who can potentially step up and make an impact on the practice squad or even the active roster. These aren’t big-name free agents, but they’re guys fighting for their NFL careers. It’s the kind of grinding work that can pay off big time for a team looking to shore up its defensive rotations as the season rolls on. Keep an eye on the transaction wire, because these low-key moves sometimes lead to unexpected surprises down the line.
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Originally reported by Acme Packing Company.
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