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The Packers' recent training camp included key updates such as Keisean Nixon's readiness and focus on the upcoming season, Jordan Love's continued practice with a thumb injury, player returns from back injuries, and a humorous sideline involving kicker Brandon McManus acting as a referee. The team is preparing for their final preseason game, with starters expected to play.
Green Bay Packers cornerback Keisean Nixon dismissed claims that their 38-10 victory over the San Francisco 49ers was due to the 49ers' injuries, emphasizing that both teams face challenges in the NFL. Despite missing key players like Brock Purdy and Nick Bosa, the 49ers' performance was marred by mistakes, while the Packers excelled with 169 rushing yards and three defensive turnovers. 49ers coach Kyle Shanahan also downplayed the injury narrative, focusing on the team's poor play.
Green Bay Packers cornerback Keisean Nixon re-signed with the team on a three-year, $18 million deal, expressing his desire to stay in Green Bay. Nixon, an All-Pro kickoff returner and primary slot cornerback, is looking forward to working under new defensive coordinator Jeff Hafley and adapting to the new NFL kickoff rules.
Green Bay Packers' new running back Josh Jacobs, who spent his first five NFL seasons with the Las Vegas Raiders, has found familiar faces in Green Bay with former Raiders coach Rich Bisaccia and teammate Keisean Nixon. Their existing relationships have played a significant role in Jacobs' decision to join the team. Additionally, Jacobs will have another familiar face in Xavier McKinney, who also played with him at Alabama. As he adjusts to the new team, city, and climate, Jacobs looks forward to the challenge of playing in the cold as a running back.
All-Pro kick returner Keisean Nixon has agreed to return to the Green Bay Packers after a successful season in which he excelled on both special teams and defense. Nixon, who led the league in kickoff return yards and earned All-Pro honors for the second consecutive year, also saw an increased role as a nickel cornerback, recording a career-high 79 tackles. He initially joined the Packers on a minimum-salary contract in 2022 and has now secured a new deal to continue with the team.
The Green Bay Packers are re-signing cornerback and kickoff returner Keisean Nixon on a three-year deal worth $18 million. Nixon, who earned first-team All-Pro honors as a kickoff returner last season, also started in the slot for the Packers and produced 80 tackles, one interception, and six passes defensed. While heavily targeted in the slot and needing improvement, his value as a kickoff returner is undeniable, leading the NFL in kickoff returns and yardage in both 2022 and 2023.
Keisean Nixon has agreed to a new three-year deal with the Green Bay Packers worth $18 million, potentially rising to $19.2 million with incentives. Known for his kick returning skills, Nixon has been a first-team All-Pro player for the last two seasons, averaging 27.6 yards per return. He also contributed on defense, starting 13 times in the 2023 season and finishing with 80 tackles, an interception, and six passes defensed.
The Green Bay Packers are interested in retaining free agents Keisean Nixon, Eric Wilson, and Tyler Davis, all of whom have expiring contracts and will become unrestricted free agents at the start of the new league year. Nixon is a two-time first-team All-Pro kickoff returner and nickel cornerback, Wilson has been a core special teams player, and Davis was a core special teamer before suffering a season-ending knee injury. The team also has several other unrestricted free agents, and the new league year begins on Wednesday at 3:00 p.m. CT, with the legal tampering period starting on Monday at noon.
Despite a tough 24-21 loss to the San Francisco 49ers in the NFC Divisional playoff, Aaron Jones of the Green Bay Packers showcased his talent with a fifth consecutive 100-yard rushing game, breaking the 49ers' streak of not allowing a 100-yard rusher in 50 games. Jones, who overcame a mid-season injury, expressed pride in the team's performance and chemistry, while Keisean Nixon made a significant kickoff return and reflected on his growth with the Packers.
Pro Football Focus has identified Christian Watson, Josh Myers, and Devonte Wyatt as potential breakout players for the Green Bay Packers in 2023, but there are also under-the-radar candidates to watch. Packers Wire staff members have picked Keisean Nixon, Josiah Deguara, Yosh Nijman, and Samori Toure as players who could break out in the upcoming season. Nixon could make an impact as a slot corner, Deguara's role is set to expand in the tight end room, Nijman has a chance to secure the right tackle job, and Toure could position himself as a reliable target for Jordan Love.
A proposed NFL rule change would allow returners to call for a fair catch anywhere behind the 25-yard line on kickoffs, potentially hurting the Green Bay Packers' special teams advantage. Keisean Nixon, who led the NFL in kick return yards last season, could be better off calling for a fair catch than attempting to return it. Special teams coordinators around the league unanimously oppose the change.
Green Bay Packers' Keisean Nixon suggests that the team should select Georgia Bulldogs edge rusher Nolan Smith in the 2023 NFL Draft instead of a wide receiver or tight end. Smith recorded a 4.39 40-yard dash at the NFL Combine, the second-fastest by any defensive lineman in NFL Scouting Combine history. He also led defensive lineman in the vertical leap and the 10-yard split. Pairing Smith with Rashan Gary would give the Packers a formidable pass-rushing duo.