Green Bay Packers news today, Wednesday, February 25, 2026: Brian Gutekunst and the scouting staff zero in on elite offensive line prospects at the 2026 NFL Combine to protect Jordan Love, why Oregon's Emmanuel Pregnon and Penn State's Olaivavega Ioane are surging as top targets for Pick #52, and a high-stakes update on the Elgton Jenkins roster decision.

Packer Nation, the "Best Five" is officially under construction in Indianapolis! As of Wednesday, February 25, 2026, the focus has shifted to the trenches as the Packers look to rebuild an offensive line that struggled with consistency and health last season. We are breaking down the "Protector Blueprint"—the specific athletic thresholds Brian Gutekunst is tracking this week to find a "Day 1 Starter." Topping the list is Emmanuel Pregnon (Oregon), a powerful 6'5" guard with elite run-blocking tape, and Olaivavega Ioane (Penn State), the top-rated interior lineman who fits the physical "stout" profile Gutey praised at the Combine. With the expected release of Elgton Jenkins to save $19.5 million, we analyze why the Packers are hunting for versatile "Draft Gems" like Trey Zuhn III and Brian Parker II to ensure a 100% healthy Jordan Love has a clean pocket for a Super Bowl run.

In this draft strategy special, we dive into the ripple effects of Brian Gutekunst's bombshell Combine announcement: Josh Jacobs will "absolutely" be back in 2026. We discuss how keeping Jacobs' $14.5M cap hit makes finding a dominant, rookie-scale guard or center at Pick #52 a non-negotiable priority. We also tackle the huge decision regarding Rasheed Walker—with reports of heavy interest from the Patriots and Chiefs, is the path clear for Jordan Morgan to take over the blindside? Plus, we check in on the viral Micah Parsons vs. Skip Bayless feud as Parsons continues his "unshaken" ACL rehab, aiming for a potential Week 1 return to anchor Jonathan Gannon's defense. From the return of Luke Getsy as QB coach to the search for Rich Bisaccia's replacement, we have the total breakdown of the Packers' offensive line overhaul!