Packers sign RB Pierre Strong Jr. to 53-man roster before facing Bears

The Green Bay Packers have bolstered their roster with the addition of running back Pierre Strong Jr. to the 53-man roster, just three days before facing the Chicago Bears in a Week 5 showdown. The move was necessary due to the team's injury situation and the need to create a roster spot. Strong, a veteran player, will provide depth at the running back position, where the team has struggled.

He will join the Packers following the injuries to running backs Chris Brooks, who has been out due to an ankle injury, and the placement of Warren Brinson and Edgerrin Cooper on injured reserve. The signing of Strong indicates that the Packers may be without Brooks for an extended period. It remains unclear if Strong will see playing time behind the healthy Kaleb Johnson and MarShawn Lloyd.

Strong has been with the Packers since the 2025 season, and although he was elevated from the practice squad three times last season, he did not play in any of the matches. Prior to joining Green Bay, Strong had an impressive career with the New England Patriots and Cleveland Browns. He played in 46 regular-season games, accumulating 499 yards on 99 carries and contributing 193 yards on 26 receptions. In the 2026 preseason, Strong showcased his speed with a standout 68-yard kickoff return.