The Green Bay Packers delivered a strong and competitive 2025 season, finishing with an 9-7-1 record and securing a Wild Card berth in the NFC playoffs under head coach Matt LaFleur. After a somewhat inconsistent start, the team found its rhythm behind a resurgent Josh Jacobs at running back, a maturing offensive line, and a defense that ranked among the league’s top units in red-zone efficiency and third-down stops.
Now, they’ve kept a piece to that backfield.
Apr 1, 2025; Palm Beach, FL, USA; Green Bay Packers head coach Matt LaFleur answers questions from the media during the NFL Annual League Meeting at The Breakers. Mandatory Credit: Jim Rassol-Imagn Images
Apr 1, 2025; Palm Beach, FL, USA; Green Bay Packers head coach Matt LaFleur answers questions from the media during the NFL Annual League Meeting at The Breakers. Mandatory Credit: Jim Rassol-Imagn Images
Green Bay Packers Re-Sign RB Chris Brooks to Two-Year, $4.85M Contract
The Green Bay Packers have locked in running back Chris Brooks with a two-year, $4.85 million contract extension, as announced by his agency, One West Sports Group. The former undrafted free agent, who began his NFL journey with the Miami Dolphins in 2023, has emerged as a dependable depth piece in Green Bay over the past two seasons, providing versatility and reliability in a backfield facing uncertainties.
Chris Brooks has compiled 82 carries for 395 yards, averaging an impressive 4.8 yards per attempt, along with five rushing touchdowns during his time in Green Bay. Adding to his value, he’s caught 24 passes for 160 yards, demonstrating his ability as a receiving threat out of the backfield.
His performance has been a steady complement to lead back Josh Jacobs, especially as second-year runner MarShawn Lloyd continues to recover from injury-riddled campaigns.
Nov 23, 2025; Green Bay, Wisconsin, USA; Green Bay Packers running back Chris Brooks (30) runs after the catch against the Minnesota Vikings during the first half at Lambeau Field. Mandatory Credit: Kayla Wolf-Imagn Images
Nov 23, 2025; Green Bay, Wisconsin, USA; Green Bay Packers running back Chris Brooks (30) runs after the catch against the Minnesota Vikings during the first half at Lambeau Field. Mandatory Credit: Kayla Wolf-Imagn Images
Why the Packers Prioritized Chris Brooks This Offseason
Running back depth was already a focal point for the Green Bay Packers entering free agency, and the team’s choice not to tender restricted free agent Emanuel Wilson heightened that urgency.
With Jacobs anchoring the group and Lloyd’s potential still untapped due to health concerns, Brooks’ re-signing positions him for a potentially larger role in 2026. At just $4.85 million over two years, the deal represents cost-effective insurance for a position prone to attrition.
As Packers beat writer Ryan Wood noted, this move keeps essential backfield continuity intact amid broader roster evaluations.
Fan and Analyst Reactions to Chris Brooks’ Extension with Packers
Early reactions on social media have been largely supportive, with fans highlighting Brooks’ elite pass-blocking skills and football IQ. One commenter described the signing as a “no-brainer move,” praising his ability to protect the quarterback on a suspect offensive line and his proven situational awareness in key moments.
This extension underscores the Green Bay Packers’ strategy to build sustainable depth without breaking the bank, setting the stage for a competitive 2026 backfield.
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