The Green Bay Packers made a significant roster move at the start of NFL free agency by parting ways with veteran offensive lineman Elgton Jenkins. The decision marked the end of a productive tenure for one of the team’s most versatile and accomplished blockers.
Green Bay released Jenkins in a move that cleared approximately $19.5 million in salary cap space as the organization reshaped its roster for the upcoming season. The two-time Pro Bowler had been a key part of the team’s offensive line for several years, earning recognition for his ability to play multiple positions across the front.
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NFL guard Elgton Jenkins (74) is assissted off the field after getting injured against the Philadelphia Eagles during their football game Monday, November 10, 2025, at Lambeau Field in Green Bay, Wisconsin.
Jenkins originally joined the Packers as a second-round pick in the 2019 NFL Draft and quickly developed into one of the team’s most reliable linemen. His versatility allowed him to shift between guard, center, and tackle whenever injuries or lineup adjustments required the offensive line to adapt.
Throughout his time in Green Bay he became known for his physical style of play and consistency in pass protection. Those qualities helped him earn two Pro Bowl selections while protecting the quarterback and helping anchor the Packers’ rushing attack.
Green Bay Packers Announce the Release of Elgton Jenkins in Free Agency
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Nov 2, 2025; Green Bay, Wisconsin, USA; NFL guard Elgton Jenkins (74) following the game against the Carolina Panthers at Lambeau Field. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Hanisch-Imagn Images
Jenkins has been released by his team in free agency this year. This is detailed more in a post made by Adam Schefter on X.
Source: Packers are releasing two-time Pro-Bowl center Elgton Jenkins. pic.twitter.com/JBhVmW9p25
— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) March 9, 2026
Following his release, Jenkins quickly found a new opportunity as he agreed to a two-year contract with the Cleveland Browns, reportedly worth $24 million. The move gives Cleveland an experienced lineman capable of strengthening its offensive line while adding leadership and versatility to the unit.
For the franchise, the decision reflects the difficult choices that often accompany the start of free agency as teams balance talent and salary cap management. While Jenkins moves on to the next stage of his career, his impact during his time in Green Bay remains a notable part of the franchise’s recent offensive line success.
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