Packers Finalize Practice Squad with Daly, Krieg, and Slovis

Key points

• Scott Daly joins the practice squad as a veteran long snapper, providing insurance for Matt Orzech, who was activated from the PUP list but remains a risk for Week 1.
• Lenny Krieg returns to the Packers as the international player on the practice squad, replacing Thomas Yassmin who was placed on injured reserve with a knee injury.
• Kedon Slovis was signed to the practice squad, adding a third quarterback to the team's depth chart.
• The Packers now have 15 players on their practice squad, with Krieg not counting against the 16-player limit due to his international status.
• Cal Adomitis, who handled snapping duties during camp, was released after Orzech was activated, despite Adomitis not yet signing with another team.

Background

The Packers had previously released Krieg early in training camp to sign Cal Adomitis due to Matt Orzech's injury. The team had also released tight end Thomas Yassmin to injured reserve, creating a vacancy for the international spot. Earlier this week, the Packers re-signed 13 players to their practice squad after Sunday's roster cuts.

How outlets are covering it

Packers On SI and Packers Wire emphasize the return of Lenny Krieg as the international player, noting his previous stint with the team and his work with Younghoe Koo. Acme Packing Company highlights the strategic decision to sign Scott Daly over Cal Adomitis, citing Daly's NFC North experience and longer track record. The official Packers press release confirms the transactions but provides less analysis on the decision-making process.

Why it matters

These moves ensure the Packers have adequate depth for special teams and quarterback play, crucial for navigating the regular season without relying solely on injured or uncertain players like Matt Orzech. The inclusion of international players also reflects the NFL's efforts to expand its global talent pool.

What to watch

The Packers will continue to monitor the health of Matt Orzech and other key players. They may fill the remaining practice squad slots in the coming days, and the team will prepare for their Week 1 regular season game.