The Green Bay Packers are wasting no time getting their 2026 rookie class ready for action. As rookie minicamp kicked off on Friday, the team quickly signed five of their six draft picks, locking in the future of their roster with just one notable exception.
So, who's the holdout? The only unsigned player is the team's top selection, second-round cornerback Brandon Cisse. While the rest of the class is already putting pen to paper, Cisse's deal is still in the works—a situation that's becoming a familiar tune for Packers fans.
Here's a quick look at the five players who are now officially under contract:
- Chris McClellan (3rd round, No. 77 overall) – Four years, $7.14 million, $1.65 million signing bonus
- Dani Dennis-Sutton (4th round, No. 120 overall) – Four years, $5.53 million, $1.15 million signing bonus
- Jager Burton (5th round, No. 153 overall) – Four years, $4.89 million, $512K signing bonus
- Domani Jackson (6th round, No. 201 overall) – Four years, $4.66 million, $277K signing bonus
- Trey Smack (6th round, No. 216 overall) – Four years, $4.59 million, $211K signing bonus
Thanks to the rookie wage scale established by the NFL's collective bargaining agreement, most draft picks sign quickly and without much drama. But second-round picks? They often have a little more sway at the table. Last year, the Packers didn't ink second-rounder Anthony Belton until mid-July, following a trend where top picks push for higher guarantees. After Jayden Higgins set a new standard with a fully guaranteed deal in 2025, Cisse's camp is expected to focus on the same issue: how much of his contract will be fully guaranteed.
For now, the Packers have their core rookie class in the building and ready to hit the field. As for Cisse? Expect a deal to come together before training camp heats up—but don't be surprised if it takes a little longer than the rest.
