The Green Bay Packers dominated the Arizona Cardinals in Week 6, improving their record to 4-2. Second-year quarterback Jordan Love has been on fire, throwing four touchdown passes in back-to-back home games. Additionally, the team received encouraging injury updates regarding its wide receivers. However, there was one lingering issue—Green Bay’s inconsistent kicking game throughout the season.
In response, the Packers made a move on Wednesday, releasing rookie kicker Brayden Narveson and signing veteran Brandon McManus. McManus, a 12-year NFL veteran, had previously signed a one-year deal with the Washington Commanders during the preseason but was released following the emergence of sexual assault allegations from his time with the Jacksonville Jaguars.
The Green Bay Packers dominated the Arizona Cardinals in Week 6, improving to 4-2 on the season. Second-year quarterback Jordan Love has been exceptional, throwing four touchdown passes in consecutive home games, and the team received positive news on its injured receivers. However, Green Bay’s kicking game had been a concern throughout the season.
On Wednesday, the Packers addressed the issue by releasing rookie kicker Brayden Narveson and signing veteran Brandon McManus. McManus, a 12-year NFL veteran and part of the Denver Broncos’ Super Bowl 50-winning team, had previously signed with the Washington Commanders but was released after sexual assault allegations from his time with the Jacksonville Jaguars surfaced.
Packers general manager Brian Gutekunst explained that the team carefully looked into McManus’ situation before making the decision to sign him. The NFL investigated the allegations and found insufficient evidence to discipline McManus. The civil lawsuit has since been settled, with both sides reaching confidential agreements.
McManus expressed relief that the matter is behind him, saying he is thankful for the Packers giving him another chance to play. He is now with the team and preparing to contribute moving forward.
