Ricky Wagner will jump from one NFC North offensive line to another. The Packers are signing the recently released Lions lineman, according to Ian Rapoport of NFL.com (on Twitter).
A former Ravens starter, Wagner served as the Lions’ right tackle for three seasons. He will be in line to succeed Bryan Bulaga in Green Bay. Bulaga is a free agent expected to have a strong market.
The Lions cut Wagner over the weekend, and the Packers emerged as a suitor Monday morning. Minutes after Green Bay was linked to the seven-year veteran, the sides had a deal. This marks the Packers’ second notable street free agent agreement of the morning, with the team adding linebacker Christian Kirksey as well. It looks like Brian Gutekunst plugged two holes in the team’s starting lineup before the tampering period begins.
Wagner graded as a substandard blocker, per Pro Football Focus, in 2019 but was solid in his initial two Lions seasons. The Lions cut bait on a five-year deal. Wagner came into the league three years after Bulaga did, but the former is only seven months younger than the longtime Green Bay right tackle. Both are 30. Since becoming a Ravens starter in 2014, Wagner has started 87 games.
Looks like the Packers are trying to fill their holes with street free agents to maximize their compensatory formulation with Martinez and Bulaga.likely to sign big deals elsewhere.
Smart moves. Would love to see them trade for Hopkins and sign Hooper now, although both may be unrealistic.
Hooper signing with the Browns looks like.
Lol, I’m I’m ravens fan. Take Hurst we got 2 many tight ends. But they wont trade em
Curious what the terms are for this. If it’s anywhere near Bulaga money ($12/m) then it’s terrible. If it’s for $5M or so I can buy into it as he’s only about half as good as Bulaga.
That’s exactly what the deal was. I could easily see Bulaga getting 3/35M