The Green Bay Packers have made significant additions to their practice squad by signing kicker Lenny Krieg and long snapper Scott Daly. This move, announced on Wednesday, comes as the team prepares for the upcoming NFL season, with one spot still available on the squad.
Lenny Krieg, who is recognized as the team's new international exemption player, previously spent time with the Packers during training camp. Hailing from Germany, Krieg has experience in the NFL, having been on the practice squad of the Atlanta Falcons in 2025 and spending part of the 2026 offseason with the New York Jets. His signing is particularly noteworthy as he serves as a backup option for rookie kicker Trey Smack, a sixth-round draft pick who has demonstrated consistency throughout the preseason.
Scott Daly, another recent addition, brings a wealth of experience to the Packers' special teams. An undrafted free agent who entered the league in 2018, Daly has played in a total of 42 games for the Detroit Lions from 2021 to 2023, in addition to 34 games with the Chicago Bears over the last two seasons, including two postseason appearances. His familiarity with the NFC North and extensive snapping experience will be invaluable, especially as he steps in as a backup for Matt Orzech, who has been sidelined throughout training camp due to a calf injury.
With these signings, the Packers have filled key roles on their practice squad. The team currently has one open spot available, which they can utilize to add depth in various positions. Since Krieg is designated under the International Player Pathway exemption, the Packers are allowed to maintain a full roster of 17 players on their practice squad.
The current composition of the Packers' practice squad includes a variety of positions, showcasing the team's strategy to ensure coverage across major areas. The practice squad currently features safety Murvin Kenion III, offensive lineman Dalton Cooper, edge rusher Nyjalik Kelly, running back Pierre Strong Jr., tight end Drake Dabney, cornerback Domani Jackson, offensive lineman Josh Gesky, wide receiver Chris Hilton Jr., offensive lineman Dillon Wade, linebacker Kristian Welch, defensive lineman Jaden Crumedy, wide receiver Isaiah Neyor, edge rusher Arron Mosby, quarterback Kedon Slovis, kicker Lenny Krieg, and long snapper Scott Daly.
Interestingly, the Packers have filled nearly every major position group on their practice squad, with the exception of punter. Given the current roster dynamics, it seems likely that the team may look to fill the final practice squad spot with a defensive back, an area where they currently have fewer players.
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