The Green Bay Packers signed long snapper Matt Orzech back to the 53-man roster and released defensive lineman Jonathan Ford on Wednesday, representing the next step in a series of moves required to retain both players.
On Monday, the Packers released Orzech to make room for Ford, who needed to be activated from injured reserve at the end of his 21-day practice window. By activating Ford, the Packers avoided having to place him on season-long injured reserve.
Because Orzech wasn’t subjected to waivers, the Packers were able to quickly bring him back. Releasing Ford — who would be the No.