Packers search to fill void Preston Smith leaves

Packers search to fill void Preston Smith leaves as ‘heartbeat’ of their locker room
GREEN BAY – Before each game, Preston Smith would pull his teammates in the Green Bay Packers locker room into a huddle, not just the defensive line or even the whole defense, but the offense, too. The oldest player on the Packers roster had a hidden talent.
In wake of Preston Smith trade, Packers youngsters know they must play ‘greater role’
With the Packers' most experienced defensive lineman traded away, Green Bay's youngsters will have to start stepping up and play a larger role.
Former Packers edge rusher Preston Smith shines in first game with Steelers
Former Green Bay Packers edge rusher Preston Smith didn’t wait long to make an impact with his new team. Five days after being traded from by the Packers to the Pittsburgh Steelers, Smith delivered two big plays across 23 snaps in the Steelers’ 28-27 win over the Washington Commanders on Sunday.
'I got what I asked for': Preston Smith requested a trade from the Packers a few weeks ago
Preston Smith wasn't surprised when Green Bay Packers general manager Brian Gutekunst called him on Tuesday to inform him that he had been traded. After all, Smith wanted out after six seasons in Green Bay.
Preston Smith's lessons live on with Packers' defensive line
Smith's departure leaves both a void and an opportunity for Gary and the rest of the Packers' pass rushers. While Gary is ready to tackle an even greater leadership role among the defensive ends, the rest of the room aims to step up in Smith's on-field absence.
Packers’ Defensive Ends Respond to Preston Smith Trade
The Green Bay Packers returned to the practice field on Monday with a major change at defensive end following the trade of Preston Smith to th
Packers trading Preston Smith to Steelers for 7th round pick
GREEN BAY, Wis. - The Green Bay Packers have traded pass rusher Preston Smith (pending a physical) to the Pittsburgh Steelers for a 7th-round draft pick in 2025. General Manager Brian Gutekunst announced the transaction on Tuesday, Nov. 5.
Packers defensive linemen react to Preston Smith trade, what it means for the group
As Preston Smith was traded to the Steelers, his former teammates on the defensive line share thoughts on the news and the defense moving forward.
Packers players react to Preston Smith getting traded to the Steelers
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Packers land dream Preston Smith replacement in 2025 NFL mock draft
The Green Bay Packers upgrade their defense with a perfect Preston Smith replacement in the first round of this 2025 mock ...
Preston Smith trade grades: Did Steelers or Packers win deal for edge rusher?
The Green Bay Packers agreed to trade edge rusher Preston Smith to the Pittsburgh Steelers in exchange for a ...
Former Packers edge rusher Preston Smith reveals he requested trade
Before Tuesday’s NFL trade deadline, the Green Bay Packers made a deal, sending veteran edge rusher Preston Smith ...
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Preston Smith’s departure ends an era for Packers’ massive free-agent class in 2019
It was a sharp pivot from the Green Bay Packers’ standard procedure when they signed four free agents in 24 hours in 2019.
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Ask Pete Dougherty your questions about the Green Bay Packers heading into their game against the Chicago Bears
Coming off their bye week, the Green Bay Packers are heading into Sunday's game against ... How will the team be affected by the trade of edge rusher and team leader Preston Smith? The Bears ...