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Packers' Backup Blunder: Enagbare's Departure Sparks Concern
22 Jul
Summary
- Kingsley Enagbare, a former Packers backup, named to an All-Backup team.
- He recorded 11.5 sacks and 25 tackles for loss over four seasons.
- His departure leaves the Packers thin at edge rusher, especially with injuries.
The Green Bay Packers' decision to allow edge rusher Kingsley Enagbare to enter free agency is being questioned following his inclusion on ESPN's All-Backup team. Enagbare, a former fifth-round pick, recorded 11.5 sacks and 25 tackles for loss in four seasons as a reserve for the Packers. His consistent performance, with 25 pressures in multiple seasons, made him a valuable depth player.
The Packers' edge rusher situation appears precarious following Enagbare's departure. With Micah Parsons injured, the team faces a potential shortage at the position. Lukas Van Ness, a former first-round pick, has fewer sacks than Enagbare did last season. The team is also relying on developing players like Brenton Cox and rookie Dani Dennis-Sutton, who have less proven track records.
Enagbare signed a one-year, $9 million contract with the New York Jets, where he is expected to be part of their rotation. His selection to the All-Backup roster underscores his effectiveness, and his potential impact as a depth player for the Jets highlights a gap the Packers must address heading into the season.
