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The Packers’ trade of young receiver Dontayvion Wicks to the Eagles exposes the team’s need to bolster its receiving corps this offseason.Philadelphia Today
The Green Bay Packers have been criticized by an NFL analyst for trading wide receiver Dontayvion Wicks to the Philadelphia Eagles. In return, the Packers received a 2026 fifth-round pick and a 2027 sixth-round pick. The move was seen as a win for the Eagles, who are preparing for life after A.J. Brown, while the Packers’ decision to part with the 23-year-old Wicks, who had a solid season in 2025, was described as ‘confusing’ given the team’s questions at the skill positions.
Why it matters
The Packers’ trade of Wicks to the Eagles has sparked debate around the league, with some analysts questioning whether Green Bay got enough value in return for the young receiver. The move highlights the Packers’ offseason strategy as they look to reload their roster and address needs at wide receiver and other positions.
The details
The Packers traded Wicks, who had 30 catches for 332 yards and 2 touchdowns last season, to the Eagles in exchange for a 2026 fifth-round pick and a 2027 sixth-round pick. CBS Sports analyst Bryan DeArdo criticized the move, grading it a C- for the Packers while giving the Eagles a B+ for the trade. DeArdo said the Packers are ‘banking on’ young receivers like Christian Watson, Jayden Reed and Tucker Kraft to step up, and will likely look to add more talent at the position in the draft.
The trade was completed on April 10, 2026.
The players
Dontayvion Wicks
A 23-year-old wide receiver who had 30 catches for 332 yards and 2 touchdowns for the Packers in 2025.
Bryan DeArdo
A CBS Sports NFL analyst who criticized the Packers’ trade of Wicks to the Eagles.
A.J. Brown
The Philadelphia Eagles wide receiver who has been on the trade block and is likely to be dealt before the start of next season.
Christian Watson
A young wide receiver for the Packers who the team is ‘banking on’ to be a key contributor next season.
Jayden Reed
A young wide receiver for the Packers who the team is ‘banking on’ to be a key contributor next season.
Tucker Kraft
A young wide receiver for the Packers who the team is ‘banking on’ to be a key contributor next season.
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What they’re saying
“This is a confusing move for Green Bay, given its question marks at the skill positions. Yes, the Packers are deep at receiver and tight end, but their talent at both positions is still somewhat unproven, especially at wideout.”
— Bryan DeArdo, CBS Sports NFL Analyst
“Green Bay is obviously banking on (Christian) Watson, (Jayden) Reed and (Tucker) Kraft to be healthy and key contributors next season. It’s also fair to assume that the Packers will likely add to their receiving corps during the draft.”
— Bryan DeArdo, CBS Sports NFL Analyst
“Philadelphia was able to acquire a veteran receiver for very little cost. Yes, the Eagles will give Wicks a nice extension, but $12.5 million could end up being a bargain if Wicks excels in Philadelphia while playing alongside better playmakers.”
— Bryan DeArdo, CBS Sports NFL Analyst
What’s next
The Packers will likely look to add more talent at wide receiver through the 2026 NFL Draft, as they aim to bolster their receiving corps and provide more support for quarterback Aaron Rodgers.
The takeaway
The Packers’ trade of Wicks to the Eagles has raised questions about Green Bay’s strategy and whether they got enough value in return for the young receiver. The move highlights the team’s need to address its receiving corps this offseason, as they look to surround Rodgers with more playmakers and build a roster capable of competing for a Super Bowl.