Packers Poised to Shake Up Roster with Unexpected Twist Involving Star Player

Here’s a head-scratcher for all you NFL aficionados: What do you do when you’re sitting on a goldmine of offensive talent but still find yourself eyeballing the trade deadline like a cat at a fish market? The Green Bay Packers, boasting more weapons than your average NFL squad, are seemingly on the cusp of making some eyebrow-raising moves. They’ve got rookies stirring the pot, like Matthew Golden, and reliable veterans like Tucker Kraft, Jordan Love’s go-to tight end, lighting things up. But here’s the twist — one of their tight ends, Luke Musgrave, might just be the unexpected chess piece about to be moved. With Musgrave’s knack for catching passes yet limited playing time, and other tight ends filling more specialized roles, Green Bay could be gearing up to shuffle their deck in search of defensive reinforcements. As the trading clock ticks down, the Packers’ surplus of offensive firepower might soon translate into a surprising transaction — and, trust me, this isn’t the kind of move you want to blink and miss.

GLENDALE, ARIZONA - OCTOBER 19: Josh Jacobs #8 of the Green Bay Packers celebrates after scoring rushing touchdown against the Arizona Cardinals in the third quarter of a game at State Farm Stadium on October 19, 2025 in Glendale, Arizona. — (Photo by Christian Petersen/Getty Images)

The Green Bay Packers have more weapons than the average NFL team.

While some may argue that they still don’t have a WR1 until rookie Matthew Golden breaks out, they have multiple players who could easily lead other teams in receiving.

Tight end Tucker Kraft is one of those.

The third-year player has become one of Jordan Love’s favorite and most reliable targets.

As such, Green Bay could look to part with another tight end heading toward the NFL trade deadline.

“Absolutely could see the Packers moving Luke Musgrave. He’s essentially their TE3 who isn’t asked to block or play special teams. I’m sure some other teams would have interest in him as a primary pass catching TE,” Ken Ingalls wrote on X.

Absolutely could see the Packers moving Luke Musgrave – he's essentially their TE3 who isn't asked to block or play special teams. I'm sure some other teams would have interest in him as a primary pass catching TE. https://t.co/GZnzqklesD

— Ken – Packers Cap (@KenIngalls) October 21, 2025

Musgrave is listed as TE2 on the depth chart, but he’s often played fewer snaps than John Fitzpatrick.

While Fitzpatrick isn’t much of a pass-catching threat, he’s there for blocking purposes.

Musgrave has flashed glimpses of strong play in the past, so he could be an appealing option on the trade market.

Pass-catching tight ends are hard to find, and as much as some say the position isn’t valuable, a team could be willing to offer something valuable to bolster its offense, especially one that has been hit by injuries.

The Packers should be active looking for help at cornerback or along the defensive line.

Given their surplus of offensive weapons and the deadline getting closer, some of their veterans could be playing their last snaps for Green Bay.

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