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Packers Bet Big on Rookie Kicker
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- May 30, 2026
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- 79
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Summary
Green Bay Packers shock fans by trading up to draft rookie kicker Trey Smack and immediately releasing veteran Brandon McManus, signaling a bold gamble for the future. Head coach Matt LaFleur justified the move as fair and necessary to give Smack every chance to succeed, already giving him top reps in practice. The pressure is now on Smack to deliver under the spotlight — any missteps could revive McManus’s legacy. While reminiscent of last year’s Anders Carlson gamble, the team believes Smack’s superior mechanics and talent make him the best option, though mental toughness will be the ultimate test. Support the show: Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: [email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/952887fa45d4c0f5