The Green Bay Packers continued shaping their roster during the offseason by adding cornerback Benjamin St-Juste to the secondary. While the move strengthens the defensive backfield, St-Juste’s path to the NFL includes a unique detail that sets him apart from many players.
St-Juste was once selected in the Canadian Football League draft before establishing his career in the NFL. The selection highlighted his potential as a professional defender even before he officially entered the league.
Green Bay Packers, Benjamin St-Juste
Jan 4, 2026; Denver, Colorado, USA; Los Angeles Chargers cornerback Benjamin St-Juste (24) tackles Denver Broncos wide receiver Pat Bryant (13) during the second half at Empower Field at Mile High. Mandatory Credit: Isaiah J. Downing-Imagn Images
A native of Quebec, St-Juste grew up speaking French and spent his early years in Canada before continuing his football development in the United States. He later learned English while attending pre-university school in Montreal, helping him transition into a broader football environment.
His college journey took him through two major programs as he played at Michigan before finishing his collegiate career at Minnesota. The experience helped him develop into a long and athletic cornerback capable of matching up with physical receivers on the outside.
Green Bay Packers’ Benjamin St-Juste Revealed To Have Been a Canadian Football League Draft Pick
Green Bay Packers, Benjamin St-Juste
Sep 21, 2025; Inglewood, California, USA; Los Angeles Chargers safety Tony Jefferson (23) and cornerback Benjamin St-Juste (24) celebrate after breaking up a pass in the first half against the Denver Broncos at SoFi Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-Imagn Images
Juste, the franchise’s new signing this offseason, has been revealed as a former draft pick for a football league outside of the United States. This is detailed more in an article written by Mike Spofford for the team’s official website.
He was also a Canadian Football League draft pick.
A native of Quebec, St-Juste grew up speaking French and learned English in pre-university school in Montreal. Following his college career at Michigan and Minnesota, he was selected in the sixth round of the CFL draft with the No. 52 overall pick.
Following his college career, St-Juste was selected in the sixth round of the Canadian Football League draft with the 52nd overall pick. Although he ultimately pursued his career in the NFL, the CFL selection remains a notable milestone in his football journey.
St-Juste brings size, experience and an international background to the Packers’ defensive unit. As the team prepares for the upcoming season, his unique path from Quebec to the professional ranks adds another intriguing chapter to the story of the team’s newest cornerback.
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