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New Packers LB Chris Russell: ‘Blessing’ To Join Packers, Edgerrin Cooper

GREEN BAY, Wis. – Chris Russell wasn’t signed after trying out for the Green Bay Packers at their rookie minicamp but was hopeful he’d get another opportunity.

This week, the undrafted linebacker got it when he signed with the Packers following a Tuesday workout.

“I was just blessed that I got signed, got an opportunity to go make a 53-man roster. Just a blessing,” Russell said after Wednesday’s practice.

Russell played linebacker alongside Packers second-round pick Edgerrin Cooper at Texas A&M. While Cooper went from starter in 2022 to All-American in 2023, Russell went from starter in 2022 to backup in 2023.