Free agency is bearing down on us.
A wave of veteran releases began to break yesterday, the [franchise tag window opens today](https://www.nfl.com/news/2026-nfl-franchise-tag-window-opens-today), and teams are gearing up for the annual big spend.
The Packers, of course, can’t spend richly this spring, but if they make a few of the expected moves to get their cap sheet in order, they might be able to spend judiciously on a few upgrades — if there are any to be found.
Last year’s foray into free agency should be a cautionary tale, though. The Packers tried to upgrade both their offensive line and defensive backfield by throwing gobs of money at both Aaron Banks and Nate Hobbs, and both acquisitions may have actually made the Packers worse, not better. So it goes.
But it’s one of those situations where you almost can’t not play. The Packers are firmly in a Super Bowl window. Or, at least, they believe they are. If there’s a chance to get an edge in free agency, they have to try. It could be the difference between a deep playoff run and another disappointing ending to a season.
What will the Packers do in free agency? Here’s one perspective
How do you make sure you don’t screw up during the NFL’s spring spending spree? Here’s a guide.
Parsons certainly held up his end of the bargain after the Packers made the big move to go get him.
It wouldn’t hurt to start familiarizing yourself with cornerback names.