Marshawn Lloyd's Return Sparks Excitement for Packers' Roster
WHO:
packers.com - Jaden Nixon, a college free agent signed by the Packers, racked up 2,453 total yards and 25 touchdowns over five collegiate seasons.
packers.com - Luke Lachey, a former Iowa tight end, was added by the Packers after spending his rookie season on Houston's practice squad.
packers.com - MarShawn Lloyd, a 25-year-old running back for the Green Bay Packers.
packers.com - Dr. John Meyer of the Meyer Institute of Sport.
packers.com - Josh Jacobs, Green Bay's leading rusher for the last two years.
packers.com - Chris Brooks, a third-year veteran running back for the Packers.
packers.com - Pierre Strong Jr., a fourth-year veteran running back.
packers.com - Damien Martinez, a seventh-round pick by Seattle in 2025.
WHAT:
packers.com - The Packers did not add to the backfield through the draft for the second straight year.
packers.com - Kraft tied for the team lead in touchdown catches (six) while finishing third in receiving yards (489) and fourth in receptions (32) despite missing the last nine games of the regular season.
packers.com - MarShawn Lloyd showed burst out of the backfield and explosive one-cut ability while knifing through the interior offensive line during offseason workouts.
packers.com - Josh Jacobs generated 400 fewer yards in 2025 compared to his Pro Bowl campaign in 2024.
packers.com - Chris Brooks has proven reliable in pass protection and as a pass-catcher out of the backfield.
packers.com - Damien Martinez did not touch the ball as a rookie but eclipsed 1,000 rushing yards in back-to-back seasons at Oregon State and Miami (Fla.).
packers.com - MarShawn Lloyd showed burst out of the backfield and explosive one-cut ability during offseason workouts, avoiding any setbacks.
packers.com - The Packers did not add to the backfield through the draft but signed Jaden Nixon as a college free agent, who racked up 2,453 total yards and 25 touchdowns over five collegiate seasons.
packers.com - Lloyd was drafted with the 88th overall pick in 2024, the highest selection the Packers have used on the running back position since taking AJ Dillon in the second round in 2020.
packers.com - MarShawn Lloyd's 2025 season ended without him appearing in a regular-season game due to a recurring hamstring injury.
packers.com - Lloyd was drafted by the Packers with the 88th overall pick in 2024.
packers.com - Josh Jacobs has tallied 2,258 yards and 28 touchdowns on 535 carries (4.2 yards per attempt) over the last two years.
packers.com - Chris Brooks has amassed 449 total yards with a touchdown on 87 touches in 32 regular-season appearances.
packers.com - Pierre Strong has 499 rushing yards and two touchdowns in 46 career games.
WHERE:
packers.com - Green Bay, Wisconsin, where the Packers are based.
packers.com - California, where MarShawn Lloyd traveled to meet Dr. John Meyer.
WHEN:
packers.com - The Packers will celebrate the final stadium practice at the current Nissan Stadium with the Blue & White Stadium Scrimmage on August 7.
packers.com - Lloyd's injury issues may stem from a torn ACL that caused him to miss his freshman year at the University of South Carolina in 2020.
packers.com - Chris Brooks signed a two-year extension with the Packers in March.
WHY:
packers.com - The Packers are counting on Lloyd due to the departure of Emanuel Wilson in free agency and an ongoing legal matter involving Josh Jacobs.
packers.com - The Packers are counting on Lloyd due to the departure of Emanuel Wilson in free agency.
packers.com - The Packers are counting on Lloyd due to an ongoing legal matter involving Josh Jacobs stemming from a domestic situation that occurred during the offseason program.
packers.com - The Packers are counting on Lloyd due to the departure of Emanuel Wilson in free agency and an ongoing legal matter involving Josh Jacobs.
HOW:
packers.com - A plan was put in place in collaboration with Green Bay's training staff to help Lloyd navigate the offseason program, which yielded promising results.
packers.com - A plan was put in place in collaboration with Green Bay's training staff to help Lloyd navigate the offseason program.
The Packers have signed college free agent Jaden Nixon, who amassed 2,453 total yards and 25 touchdowns during his five collegiate seasons, and added former Iowa tight end Luke Lachey after he spent his rookie season on Houston's practice squad. Despite not adding to the backfield through the draft for the second consecutive year, the team is relying on Lloyd following the departure of Emanuel Wilson in free agency and an ongoing legal issue with Josh Jacobs. Fans can look forward to the Blue & White Stadium Scrimmage on August 7, which will mark the final stadium practice at the current Nissan Stadium.