Bo Melton’s conversion to cornerback continues to go smoothly.
The former star Rutgers receiver shined at defensive back once again for the Green Bay Packers on Saturday against the Indianapolis Colts.
In his second preseason game at his new position, which he switched to this offseason, Melton started and played 37 snaps, per ProFootballFocus.
He made three tackles, missed two attempts, gave up two catches on four targets for just 17 yards and broke up a pass.
“Everybody was hype,” Melton said. “It felt like a touchdown. It felt good to be out there. … I like bringing that swagger, that juice. I want to line up, play ball and let the best man win."
Here is how other former Rutgers stars performed during the second full week of the NFL’s 2025 preseason (snap counts and reception stats are from ProFootballFocus):
Isiah Pacheco (Chiefs)
The running back logged one catch for 22 yards across three offensive snaps in a loss to the Seattle Seahawks.
JaQuae Jackson (Chargers)
The wide receiver caught one pass for 13 yards in a loss to the Los Angeles Rams while playing 15 offensive snaps.
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Pittsburgh Steelers running back Kenneth Gainwell is tackled by Tampa Bay Buccaneers safety Christian Izien during the first half of an NFL football preseason game, Saturday, Aug. 16, 2025 in Pittsburgh. (AP Photo/Sue Ogrocki)AP
Christian Izien (Buccaneers)
The defensive back made a tackle and missed another, as well as conceding one reception for two yards across two targets, while playing 22 snaps in a win over the Pittsburgh Steelers.
Tyreem Powell (Saints)
The linebacker recorded one tackle and a pass defended against the Jacksonville Jaguars.
Shawn Bowman (Jaguars)
The tight end caught one pass for 10 yards on two targets against the Saints.
Christian Braswell (Jaguars)
The defensive back recorded five tackles and a pass defended against the New Orleans Saints.
Andrew DePaola (Vikings)
The veteran long snapper played eight snaps against the Houston Texans, setting up kicker Will Reichard for four successful field goal attempts.
Travis Vokolek (Cardinals)
The tight end caught three passes for six yards against the Broncos. He played 36 total snaps.
Tre Avery (Patriots)
The cornerback played 17 defensive snaps and eight on special teams. He made three tackles and gave up three receptions for 75 yards while getting targeted seven times.
Isaiah Iton (Patriots)
The defensive tackle played 14 defensive snaps (and one on special teams) against the Minnesota Vikings, making two tackles.
Hollin Pierce (Eagles)
The offensive lineman played one special teams snap against the Cleveland Browns.
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Carolina Panthers running back Raheem Blackshear warms up before an NFL preseason football game Saturday, Aug. 16, 2025, in Houston. (AP Photo/David J. Phillip)AP
Raheem Blackshear (Panthers)
The do-it-all running back gained eight yards on two carries and gained four yards on one reception while playing nine snaps — seven on offense, two on special teams.
Desmond Igbinosun (Ravens)
The safety played 18 total snaps — 12 on defense, six on special teams — against the Dallas Cowboys. He recorded a tackle.
Jude McAtamney (Giants)
The second-year placekicker hit all five kicks he attempted against the Jets: one 35-yard field goal and four extra points.
Dymere Miller (Jets)
The wide receiver was targeted once, but did not record a stat in nine offensive snaps against the Giants.
Jonah Jackson (Bears)
The offensive lineman started at right guard against the Buffalo Bills on Sunday night.
Did not participate
Eric Rogers (Chargers)
The cornerback did not suit up after getting injured at the tail end of his breakout game last weekend. He was seen on crutches in the postgame locker room when receiving the game ball from head coach Jim Harbaugh.
Kyle Monangai (Bears)
The running back did not suit up against the Buffalo Bills on Sunday night.
Michael Dwumfour (49ers)
The defensive tackle was waived last week after playing just one preseason game.
Michael Burton (Broncos)
The veteran fullback did not dress against the Arizona Cardinals.
Max Melton (Cardinals)
Melton did not record a snap against the Denver Broncos.
Raiqwon O’Neal (Buccaneers)
The offensive lineman did not log a snap on Saturday.
Sebastian Joseph-Day (Titans)
The defensive tackle did not play against the Atlanta Falcons.
Kyonte Hamilton (Texans)
The defensive lineman was placed on injury reserve this week after fracturing an ankle during a training camp practice. He is expected to miss roughly four months of action.
Robert Longerbeam (Ravens)
The cornerback will miss the remainder of the 2025 season due to a torn patella tendon.
YET TO PLAY
Shaquan Loyal (Bengals)
Cincinnati plays the Washington Commanders on Monday night.
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