Packers Sign CB Brandon Cisse, Finalizing 2026 Draft Class Contracts
The move locks in Green Bay’s rookie budget before offseason work.
Overview
- Green Bay announced a four-year rookie deal for second-round cornerback Brandon Cisse, completing contracts for all six 2026 draft picks.
- Over the Cap reports the pact is expected at $9,444,010 with a $3,328,372 signing bonus and projected cap hits of $1,717,093 in 2026 and $3,004,912 in 2029.
- The team also processed roster moves, claiming receiver Brenden Rice, releasing defensive lineman James Ester, and waiving tight end Luke Lachey after a failed physical.
- Cisse was selected 52nd overall out of South Carolina after starting his college career at N.C. State.
- NFL rookie deals for drafted players run four years, which helps teams finalize budgets and lets rookies take part fully in minicamp and other offseason work.