The Green Bay Packers filled the final spot on the 53-man roster by signing defensive back Innis Gaines from the practice squad on Saturday, making Gaines available for Sunday’s showdown with the Pittsburgh Steelers.
The Packers still had an open roster spot after trading cornerback Rasul Douglas to the Buffalo Bills last week, so no corresponding roster move was required.
Gaines played in the maximum of three games as a practice squad elevation this season, including an elevation last week against the Los Angeles Rams. While listed as a safety, Gaines can play a variety of positions, including slot cornerback.