Getty New Packers LB Jamin Davis.
The Green Bay Packers announced multiple roster moves heading into their huge Week 9 matchup against the Detroit Lions.
The Packers have added an intriguing new defender, signing former Washington Commanders starting linebacker Jamin Davis to their practice squad. In order to make room for Davis, Green Bay released LB Chris Russell from its PS.
Selected 19th overall by Washington in the 2021 NFL draft, Davis played in 50 games over his 3+ seasons with Washington, starting 36. Considering his experience, it wouldn’t be a surprise to see Davis added to Green Bay’s active roster at some point soon.
Some Background on New Packers Signee, LB Jamin Davis
A former standout out of the University of Kentucky, Davis entered the league as a much-hyped prospect. While it’s not fair to call him a bust, it’s reasonable to say he didn’t live up to expectations.
In his rookie season with Washington, Davis played in all 16 games and recorded 76 total tackles, 48 of which were solo. Despite solid tackling stats, Davis faced a learning curve transitioning to the NFL level, especially in terms of reading plays and reacting quickly within Washington’s defensive schemes. He registered only 1.0 sacks that season, leading some to question his immediate impact compared to other first-round linebackers.
The 2024 season, however, brought notable changes with new head coach Dan Quinn.
Davis was shifted to defensive end in a bid by the team’s new coaching staff to maximize his pass-rushing potential, but the transition proved challenging. In his five appearances that season, he recorded just 13 total tackles without registering a sack. This reduced production, combined with the positional adjustment, led to his release midway through the season as Washington reshuffled its roster. Over his Washington career, Davis totaled 282 tackles, seven sacks, six passes defended, and one interception across 50 games.
Now, he’ll get a fresh start in Green Bay.
Beth Mishler-Elmore Beth Mishler-Elmore is a Heavy sports contributor based in the Midwest, focusing on the NFL, NBA and WNBA. More about Beth Mishler-Elmore
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