On Tuesday, the Green Bay Packers’ off day this week, the team announced a couple of practice squad transactions: the release of running back La’Michal Perine and receiver Jalen Wayne and the signing of tight end Johnny Lumpkin and receiver TJ Luther. These moves, particularly the swap of a running back for a tight end, shouldn’t have been shocking considering the roster counts on the team.
Perine was signed by the Packers on August 30th and was one of three running backs on the 17-man practice squad before his release. Ellis Merriweather, who was elevated from the practice squad in Week 1, and Chris Brooks remain on the roster at the position.