We are roughly four weeks into the new league year and free agency. The 2025 NFL Draft, set to take place in Green Bay, Wisconsin, is exactly three weeks away. This is the perfect time to examine certain positions on the roster and determine whether the team needs to make any additional moves. The Packers’ roster is fairly balanced in terms of depth across most positions—except one: cornerback.

Currently, the Packers have eight cornerbacks under contract, plus another player who primarily plays as a slot corner but is technically listed as a safety. The cornerbacks on the roster include Nate Hobbs, Keisean Nixon, Carrington Valentine, and Jaire Alexander (though his future with the team is uncertain). The remaining players—Isaiah Dunn, Kamal Hadden, Kalen King, and Kaleb Hayes—round out the depth chart. These players, most of whom spent time on the practice squad, will compete for two or three roster spots this offseason. Additionally, Javon Bullard, who played primarily in the slot last season, gives the Packers flexibility in nickel packages. It’s likely he will continue to fill that role when the team has five defensive backs on the field.

Any discussion about the Packers’ cornerback room must include the caveat that Jaire Alexander is still on the roster, but unlikely to be part of Green Bay’s long-term plans. He has been the subject of trade speculation since the end of last season, and it’s widely believed he will be released if the Packers cannot find a trade partner. At the recent owners’ meetings, GM Brian Gutekunst suggested there is still a chance Alexander remains in Green Bay, but this seems like a strategic move to maintain leverage in trade negotiations. For all intents and purposes, Alexander will likely be playing elsewhere in 2025.

The Packers’ starting cornerback trio will likely be some combination of Nate Hobbs, Keisean Nixon, and Carrington Valentine, with Javon Bullard playing in the slot in nickel packages. The exact alignment—who plays outside versus in the slot—will be determined during training camp, but all four will see significant playing time.

Hobbs, who just signed a four-year, $48 million contract, has the versatility to play both inside and outside. Nixon has publicly stated his desire to be CB1, and with his kick returner duties now in the hands of Mecole Hardman, he will have every opportunity to prove himself. Both Hobbs and Nixon offer the versatility that defensive coordinator Jeff Hafley values, allowing them to move around based on matchups.

Valentine, on the other hand, is a pure outside corner who showed significant improvement as last season progressed. He beat out Eric Stokes for playing time early in the year and became a full-time starter before midseason. His 74.4 coverage grade via Pro Football Focus ranked 26th out of 222 cornerbacks in 2024. Valentine plays a tough, physical style that aligns with Hafley’s philosophy, making him a strong candidate for significant snaps—especially when the Packers deploy dime packages or if Nixon or Hobbs takes on a full-time slot role.

Beyond the expected starters, the Packers’ depth at cornerback is largely unproven.

Kalen King and Kamal Hadden, both 2024 seventh-round picks, played a combined zero snaps last season. Hadden was activated a few times but only logged seven special teams snaps. Isaiah Dunn has played in 17 career NFL games with the Jets and Seahawks but the last of which came in 2023. Kaleb Hayes has yet to appear in an NFL game and is now 26 years old. Neither should be counted on for meaningful defensive snaps and are likely camp competition.

With the departures of Eric Stokes, Corey Ballentine, and Robert Rochell, Green Bay is looking to replace roughly 665 defensive snaps from last season. While it’s possible that King or Hadden steps up after a year in the system, it would not be surprising if the Packers used one of their first three draft picks on a cornerback.

The Packers have already hosted Shavon Revel, a consensus first-round cornerback prospect, for a pre-draft visit. While he could be an option, the team’s significant financial investment in Hobbs and Nixon suggests they want those players on the field as much as possible.

Green Bay loves Keisean Nixon, and with their current personnel, they may look to add a cornerback in Round 3 rather than spending a premium pick at the position. Additionally, expect them to sign several undrafted free agents to compete for depth spots.

A top trio of Hobbs, Nixon, and Valentine, supplemented by a top-100 draft pick, should be sufficient for the 2025 season. If the team stays relatively healthy, the rest of the depth chart may only be needed for special teams. With Jeff Hafley entering his second year as defensive coordinator, Green Bay’s defense should take another step forward—and securing depth at cornerback should be one of the final moves needed to solidify the unit.