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18-05-2025
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NFL teams with the most Georgia Bulldogs
Two NFL teams stand above the rest when it comes to the number of Georgia Bulldogs on their respective rosters. The Philadelphia Eagles and Green Bay Packers both have eight former Georgia players on their roster following the 2025 NFL draft. The Eagles and Packers square off on Monday Night Football on Nov. 10, so 16 Bulldogs could hypothetically play in that game (injuries, players on the practice squad and roster cuts make it unlikely for that many to play). No other teams have close to as many former Georgia players. Across the NFL, there are 68 Georgia Bulldogs on rosters as teams near the start of training camp. Georgia has 17 rookies on NFL rosters, which includes all 13 Georgia players that were selected in the 2025 NFL draft. Advertisement What NFL teams have the most former Georgia Bulldogs on their roster after the draft? No. 1 (tied) Philadelphia Eagles PHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA - NOVEMBER 05: Jalen Carter #98 of the Philadelphia Eagles warms up prior to a game against the Dallas Cowboys at Lincoln Financial Field on November 05, 2023 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. (Photo by) Defensive tackle Jalen Carter Defensive tackle Jordan Davis Linebacker Nakobe Dean Linebacker Smael Mondon Cornerback Kelee Ringo Edge rusher Nolan Smith Edge rusher Azeez Ojulari Safety Lewis Cine No. 1 (tied) Green Bay Packers Sep 10, 2023; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Green Bay Packers linebacker Quay Walker (7) runs back an interception for a touchdown against the Chicago Bears in the fourth quarter during their football game at Soldier Field. Mandatory Credit: Dan Powers-USA TODAY Sports Linebacker Quay Walker Defensive tackle Devonte Wyatt Defensive tackle Nazir Stackhouse Center Trey Hill Defensive tackle Warren Brinson Wide receiver Mecole Hardman Tight end John FitzPatrick Safety Javon Bullard No. 3 (tied) Buffalo Bills Buffalo Bills running back James Cook (4) dives for a touchdown against the Kansas City Chiefs during the second half in the AFC Championship game at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium. Denny Medley-Imagn Images Running back James Cook Punter Jake Camarda Defensive tackle Zion Logue Center Sedrick Van Pran-Granger No. 3 (tied) Los Angeles Rams Feb 13, 2022; Inglewood, CA, USA; Los Angeles Rams quarterback Matthew Stafford celebrates with the Lombardi Trophy after defeating the Cincinnati Bengals in Super Bowl LVI at SoFi Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports Quarterback Matthew Stafford Quarterback Stetson Bennett Offensive lineman Warren McClendon Cornerback Derion Kendrick No. 3 (tied) Baltimore Ravens BALTIMORE, MARYLAND - JANUARY 20: Linebacker Roquan Smith #0 of the Baltimore Ravens in action against the Houston Texans in the AFC Divisional Playoff game at M&T Bank Stadium on January 20, 2024 in Baltimore, Maryland. (Photo by) Offensive guard Ben Cleveland Safety Malaki Starks Linebacker Roquan Smith Long snapper Nick Moore No. 3 (tied) Las Vegas Raiders Sep 15, 2024; Baltimore, Maryland, USA; Las Vegas Raiders tight end Brock Bowers (89) is tackled by Baltimore Ravens linebacker Trenton Simpson (23) during the second half at M&T Bank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Reggie Hildred-Imagn Images Tight end Brock Bowers Safety Christopher Smith Running back Zamir White Cornerback Eric Stokes This article originally appeared on UGA Wire: What NFL teams have the most Georgia Bulldogs after the draft
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05-05-2025
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NFL Insider Explains Why Packers Declined Fifth-Year Option On Former First-Rounder
The Green Bay Packers had until May 1st to decide whether to pick up Devonte Wyatt and Quay Walker's fifth-year options. Both have played significant snaps since being drafted in 2022, and General Manager Brian Gutekunst has expressed a desire to retain both players long-term. Green Bay picked up Devonte Wyatt's fifth-year option, guaranteeing him $12.9M for the 2026 season, an understandable move as 27 interior defensive linemen earn more annually, per Over the Cap. However, Green Bay did not pick up Quay Walker's fifth-year option, which would have cost $14.7M, and only six off-ball linebackers make more than that annually. In 2024, Walker ranked 44th in stops, 16th in pressures, 19th in tackle percentage, 24th in passer rating allowed, and 70th in PFF grade. While he is a viable starter, his production did not justify the option. Advertisement There is one reason why Green Bay declined Quay Walker's fifth-year option, as explained by ESPN's Rob Demovsky. Packers LB Quay Walker (7) stops Titans QB Will Levis (8) short on fourth down.© Denny Simmons / The Tennessean / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images "The fifth-year option on Walker would have been $14.751 million. Instead, the Packers hope to sign him to an extension perhaps even before the start of this coming season," Demovsky said. Walker led the Packers in tackles in his first three seasons, surpassing 100 in each campaign. He was playing his best football late in the 2024 season before an ankle injury against the Seattle Seahawks cut his momentum short — a stretch of improvement that did not go unnoticed by Brian Gutekunst. "Quay continued to make a leap, and another guy who had struggled through injuries at the end of the year, but he was really impactful for us this year," Gutekunst said. "Continues to be a great leader for us. Certainly think we would love to have him around here for longer than just a couple years. He's that kind of guy." Advertisement Green Bay could let Quay Walker play out the final year of his rookie contract and negotiate an extension before the start of the 2026 league year. However, an extension appears more likely to happen before the 2025 season. Related: Georgia DT Drops Three-Word Message After Signing With Packers Related: NFL Insider Drops Surprising Packers-Jaire Alexander News
USA Today
03-05-2025
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Green Bay Packers don't exercise fifth-year option for Georgia Bulldogs LB
Green Bay Packers don't exercise fifth-year option for Georgia Bulldogs LB With the fifth-year option deadline, the Green Bay Packers have made a decision on one of their Georgia Bulldogs. They didn't exercise the fifth-year option on linebacker Quay Walker, according to Rob Demovsky of ESPN. Walker would've made a guaranteed $14.751 million in 2026 if the Packers agreed to the teamoption, but now his rookie contract is set to expire after 2025. Even still, general manager Brian Gutekunst professes that the Packers want to keep Walker on the roster after 2026, one way or another. Walker was the 38th ranked prospect when he signed with Georgia in 2018. With the Bulldogs, he racked up 139 tackles, 12 TFLs, 5 sacks, and a fumble recovery. Walker established a reputation for being able to recognize and break up plays extremely quickly, making him one of the best run-defenders in Georgia's 2021 national championship team that allowed just 2.6 yards per carry. Walker was drafted by the Packers in the first-round of the 2022 NFL draft and has made a consistent impact as a pro. Through 44 games, Walker has totaled 341 tackles, 21 tackles for loss, 12 QB hits, 6.5 sacks, 12 passes deflected, three forced fumbles, and an interception, which he returned for a pick six against Chicago in Week 1 of the 2023 season. The Packers did exercise the fifth-year option of former Georgia Bulldog Devonte Wyatt earlier today, but they're not going to pick up the option on Walker, potentially looking for an extension for him. Regardless, the Packers have several former Georgia Bulldogs on their roster, including new arrivals Warren Brinson and Nazir Stackhouse.
