The Green Bay Packers entered the season with cornerback being one of the perceived weakest position groups on the roster. Although Keisean Nixon has played quite well this season, question marks still remain in the secondary. Free agent acquisition Nate Hobbs has already had problems staying healthy, and Carrington Valentine has not always looked the part on the outside. General manager Brian Gutekunst could use this opportunity to upgrade another position on defense and reinforce the back end.
Option #1: Roger McCreary
As the Tennessee Titans continue to be one of the worst outfits in the league, General manager Mike Borgonzi has already dealt one corner this season, when he sent Jarvis Brownlee Jr. to the New York Jets in late September. Brownlee has become a promising player in Gotham, and the Packers could look to steal another corner out of Nashville.
Green Bay Packers wide receiver Christian Watson (9) receives a pass past Tennessee Titans cornerback Roger McCreary (21) during the first quarter at Nissan Stadium in Nashville, Tenn., Sunday, Sept. 22, 2024.
McCreary has seen his snap count dramatically decrease, with only 25 plays against Las Vegas. The fourth-year player is known for being an aggressive slot cornerback who is physical in man coverage.
The Packers could use a corner that could serve as a quality backup as a nickel corner. The team’s current main nickelback, Nate Hobbs, has already dealt with injury issues. McCreary could be important depth, and could come at a cheap price given the Titans’ recent coaching change and disastrous start to the season.
ESPN’s Jeremy Fowler with us now: “I was told the Titans don’t want to trade Jeffery Simmons. I would be very surprised if they moved on from him. Three guys I’m monitoring: Arden Key, Roger McCreary and Chig Okonkwo.” #Titans https://t.co/HqYgdCIIWX
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Option #2: Tariq Woolen
Seattle Seahawks fans have grown continually frustrated with Woolen. After a rookie season in which he was an All-Rookie and earned Pro Bowl honors, Woolen has been maligned by penalties, tackling issues, and getting beat for big plays down the field. He has been benched for short stretches and faded from a top player at his position to a popular trade candidate.
While Woolen’s stock is at an all-time low, the talent is still undeniable. While currently battling confidence issues and clearly having lost some trust within the coaching staff, the 6-foot-4 corner is still one of the fastest players in the league and has proven ability.
Dec 15, 2024; Seattle, Washington, USA; Green Bay Packers wide receiver Christian Watson (9) catches a pass against Seattle Seahawks cornerback Riq Woolen (27) during the second quarter at Lumen Field. Mandatory Credit: Joe Nicholson-Imagn Images
Woolen is an outside corner with impressive physical attributes who, although is currently in a rough patch, has shown the quality to be a top player at his position. A change of scenery could see Woolen return to Pro Bowl status. The Packers would likely have to offer a strong player in return for a contending Seattle team to give up on their young defensive back, making this deal more unrealistic.
Option #3: Deonte Banks
Like Woolen, Banks is a very talented player who is battling a tough stretch in his career. The former first-round pick is now behind both free agent acquisition Paulson Adebo and fourth-year man Cor’Dale Flott, meaning the team could be willing to move him.
Nov 26, 2023; East Rutherford, New Jersey, USA; New York Giants cornerback Deonte Banks (25) celebrates an interception against New England Patriots in the 1st half at MetLife Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Robert Deutsch-USA TODAY Sports
Any potential deal with the Giants would likely involve trading a wide receiver. As New York hunts for weapons to help out rookie QB Jaxson Dart, a huge need for the team given Malik Nabers’ season-ending surgery, Green Bay would likely need to send a player like Romeo Doubs or Dontayvion Wicks over to complete such a deal. Gutekunst could see this as a worthy trade-off given the often-discussed crowded nature of the wide recevier room.
Sep 28, 2025; Arlington, Texas, USA; Green Bay Packers wide receiver Romeo Doubs (87) runs with the ball during the game between the Dallas Cowboys and the Green Bay Packers at AT&T Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images
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