Packers Take Cautious Approach with Cornerback Keisean Nixon's Contract

The Green Bay Packers are not rushing to extend cornerback Keisean Nixon's contract, opting to evaluate his performance and the team's cornerback situation.

<p>The Green Bay Packers are carefully managing cornerback Keisean Nixon's contract situation as he enters the final year of his three-year deal, which pays him $5 million this season with a cap hit of $7.166 million.</p><p>Nixon, who played as the Packers' top cornerback last season, has shown some limitations, evidenced by a 67.8 PFF coverage grade and a 105.2 passer rating allowed when targeted. Despite his role, the Packers feel no urgency to extend his contract, especially with recent additions to their cornerback lineup.</p><p>Nixon, who missed the first day of training camp due to a soft tissue issue but returned the next day, expressed his focus on performance rather than contract negotiations. The Packers have also drafted Brandon Cisse and signed Benjamin St-Juste, indicating a shift in their cornerback strategy while Nixon remains under contract.</p>