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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.

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Green Bay Packers quarterback Sean Clifford (16) scrambles out of the pocket against the Seattle Seahawks during their final preseason game on Saturday, August 23, 2025, at Lambeau Field in Green Bay, Wis. Mandatory Credit: Tork Mason/USA TODAY NETWORK-Wisconsin
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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.