BREAKING: “Do NOT Sign Him” Packers Warned To Stay Away From High Value Free Agent

   

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The Green Bay Packers have a lot going for them this off-season.  They’re coming off back to back playoff appearances with one of the youngest rosters in the NFL.  The team also has more cap space than usual which could allow them to dip into free agency again.

However, one free agent they need to be extremely wary of.

“Do NOT Sign Him” Packers Warned To Stay Away From High Value Free Agent

Aug 24, 2024; Green Bay, Wisconsin, USA; General view of Green Bay Packers helmets during warmups prior to the game against the Baltimore Ravens at Lambeau Field. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Hanisch-Imagn Images
Aug 24, 2024; Green Bay, Wisconsin, USA; General view of Green Bay Packers helmets during warmups prior to the game against the Baltimore Ravens at Lambeau Field. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Hanisch-Imagn Images

Clearly the Green Bay Packers need some help at the cornerback position this offseason, since Jaire Alexander appears to be on his way out and the Packers have very limited depth beyond him.

Due to the Packers’ large cap room heading into free agency, they should be able to spend on cornerbacks, especially since so many good players will be available:

One obvious name to monitor is Charvarius Ward, who spent the last couple of years with the San Francisco 49ers and may very well be the best defensive back available next month.

“Some team is going to pay Ward like an above-average starter but the Packers should be looking for safer options,” Haringey wrote. “His struggles in 2024 should cause them to spend their money elsewhere at corner.”

It’s true that Ward wasn’t great in 2024, as he registered 54 tackles and seven passes defended in 12 games. However, he is just two seasons removed from racking up 72 tackles, five interceptions and 23 passes defended, which resulted in a Pro Bowl selection and Second-Team All-Pro honors in 2023.

Oct 27, 2024; Santa Clara, California, USA; San Francisco 49ers cornerback Charvarius Ward (7) attempts to gather the ball on a Dallas Cowboys incomplete pass during the fourth quarter at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kelley L Cox-Imagn Images Packers
Oct 27, 2024; Santa Clara, California, USA; San Francisco 49ers cornerback Charvarius Ward (7) attempts to gather the ball on a Dallas Cowboys incomplete pass during the fourth quarter at Levi’s Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kelley L Cox-Imagn Images

Here is a look at Ward’s career stats:

Oct 27, 2019; Kansas City, MO, USA; Kansas City Chiefs cornerback Charvarius Ward (35) breaks up a pass intended for Green Bay Packers wide receiver Marquez Valdes-Scantling (83) during the second half at Arrowhead Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jay Biggerstaff-Imagn Images
Oct 27, 2019; Kansas City, MO, USA; Kansas City Chiefs cornerback Charvarius Ward (35) breaks up a pass intended for Green Bay Packers wide receiver Marquez Valdes-Scantling (83) during the second half at Arrowhead Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jay Biggerstaff-USA TODAY Sports