The Green Bay Packers have put together a strong all-around offseason, successfully navigating the 2026 NFL Draft while watching several key contributors from the 2025 roster depart in free agency. With the draft now behind them, attention has turned to whether General Manager Brian Gutekunst and the front office might still make a targeted addition or two before the season.
One area that continues to draw discussion is tight end depth.
Currently, Tucker Kraft and Luke Musgrave headline the position group. Kraft is working his way back from a torn ACL, making additional support at the position a prudent consideration if the right veteran opportunity arises.
That possibility just gained traction from a respected Green Bay voice.
Green Bay Packers Could Be a Natural Fit for David Njoku
Matt Schneidman of The Athletic addressed the topic directly in a recent mailbag, responding to fan questions about whether former Cleveland Browns tight end David Njoku could be a realistic target for the Packers.
“I could get behind an Njoku signing,” Schneidman wrote. “He’s battled injuries the last couple of years, but has been productive and a legitimate touchdown threat when healthy. He turns 30 in July but might improve the weaponry behind Kraft (I ain’t seeing it from Luke Musgrave) and provide some insurance as Kraft returns from his injury.”
The suggestion makes sense on multiple levels.
What David Njoku Would Bring to Green Bay
At 6-foot-4 and nearly 250 pounds, Njoku brings ideal size for the tight end position, paired with the kind of explosive athleticism that has made him a mismatch nightmare throughout his career.
His role diminished in 2025 with the emergence of rookie Harold Fannin Jr. in Cleveland, but Njoku still delivered in limited opportunities. In 12 games, he hauled in 33 passes for 293 yards and four touchdowns.
Over his 118-game NFL career, Njoku has compiled strong production: 384 receptions for 4,062 yards and 34 touchdowns. When healthy, he remains a dynamic, big-play threat capable of stretching the field and finishing in the red zone.
For Jordan Love and the Packers’ offense, Njoku would represent a high-upside addition. He could immediately step in as a reliable complement to Kraft, provide veteran insurance during the recovery period, and give Green Bay another legitimate weapon in the passing game without requiring a long-term commitment.
A one- or two-year deal would allow the team to bolster the position group while maintaining flexibility.
As of now, there have been no concrete reports linking the Packers directly to Njoku. Still, the fit is intriguing enough that it’s easy to see why insiders like Schneidman are warming to the idea.
In a league where one well-timed veteran signing can elevate an already promising offense, David Njoku could be the move Green Bay didn’t know it needed—until now.
