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Packers Waive Sean Clifford and Taylor Elgersma, Keep Jordan Love and Malik Willis on 53-Man Roster

The moves signal confidence in Jordan Love’s Week 1 availability, with additional depth expected to come from the practice squad.

Overview

  • Green Bay released 2023 fifth-round pick Sean Clifford and undrafted rookie Taylor Elgersma on NFL cutdown day.
  • The 53-man roster lists only Jordan Love and Malik Willis at quarterback, with reports indicating the team intends to add a QB to the practice squad.
  • Elgersma produced the stronger preseason line, going 16-of-23 for 166 yards and a touchdown, while Clifford finished 9-of-17 for 44 yards.
  • Willis, acquired last year, appeared in seven games in 2024 and logged three touchdown passes without an interception.
  • Love underwent surgery on his non-throwing thumb on August 12 and is expected to be ready for the September 7 opener against the Lions.