APC’s Packers Practice Squad Tracker

On November 27, 2025, the Green Bay Packers began their NFL regular season by playing against the Detroit Lions at Ford Field in Detroit, Michigan. As the league's cutdown deadline from 90 to 53 players approached, teams had to start assembling their practice squads. The practice squad has become increasingly important in recent years, with the number of available spots doubling from eight to 16, plus an additional 17th spot for players with international roster exemptions.

Teams can elevate players from the practice squad to the active gameday roster multiple times per year, making the unit versatile.

The NFL has also expanded eligibility rules for practice squads, allowing teams to sign players with any level of experience. At least ten of the 16 spots must be filled by players with two or fewer years of NFL experience, leaving up to six slots for other players. Teams cannot start signing players to the practice squad until the league's post-roster cut waivers are processed, which will happen at 12 Noon Central Time on Monday.

After waivers are cleared, the players become eligible to sign with any team for either a full 53-man roster spot or a practice squad spot.

During cutdown day on Sunday, the Packers were expected to announce players they would like to bring back for the practice squad if they cleared waivers. The Green Bay Packers have made heavy use of the practice squad in recent years, often promoting players to the gameday roster to fill in for injured players or contribute on special teams.

General manager Brian Gutekunst and his staff will work diligently to bring back several individuals waived as part of Sunday's cutdown. Building a deep practice squad can significantly impact a team's ability to handle challenges throughout the season, potentially affecting the Packers' projected win total of 9.5 on FanDuel sportsbook.