Packers Trade for RB Kaleb Johnson from Steelers

The Green Bay Packers have secured running back Kaleb Johnson from the Pittsburgh Steelers in a trade confirmed by a team source on Sunday. This move comes as a precautionary measure due to the possibility of Josh Jacobs facing suspension.

Johnson, a third-round pick from Iowa in 2025, is expected to bolster the Packers' running back depth. Jacobs was recently charged with misdemeanor battery and criminal damage to property, prompting the NFL to monitor the situation closely. Currently, MarShawn Lloyd is positioned as the No. 2 running back, with Chris Brooks as the No. 3 option.

This trade marks a swift end to Johnson's time in Pittsburgh, where he struggled to gain the coaching staff's confidence after a series of underwhelming performances, including a significant special-teams error in his rookie season. The Steelers opted for a trade rather than releasing him, aiming to recover some value from the situation.