The Green Bay Packers decided to make some post-Thanksgiving cuts to start the week.
On Monday, Packers GM Brian Gutekunst announced that the team has released wide receiver Bo Melton and running back James Robinson following the holiday win over the Detroit Lions.
#Packers make roster moves https://t.co/yKfkLdlLjE
— Green Bay Packers (@packers) November 27, 2023
Fans reacted to the roster moves on Twitter.
“Means Stokes and Savage are coming back!” a user exclaimed.
Means Stokes and Savage are coming back!
— Matt Pritzl | BUCKS IN SIX (@matt_pritzl1) November 27, 2023
“James Robinson wasn’t real, he was a dream we all had,” another replied.
James Robinson wasn’t real, he was a dream we all had
— Alex Humphrey (5-6) (@AlexHumphrey_33) November 27, 2023
“These moves create $586,667 of salary cap space, but now have 2 open roster spots & 2 more open practice squad spots if when filled this week will cost a minimum of $644,000 cap space,” tweeted Ken Ingalls.
These moves create $586,667 of salary cap space, but now have 2 open roster spots & 2 more open practice squad spots if when filled this week will cost a minimum of $644,000 cap space. https://t.co/XKw4IEin1A
— Ken Ingalls – Packers Cap 💰 (@KenIngalls) November 27, 2023
“Savage and Stokes?” a fan wondered.
Savage and Stokes? https://t.co/wjfhUWdKEg pic.twitter.com/QwzZxMDaQ5
— cooper (@itsCooop) November 27, 2023
“The Packers release Bo Melton & James Robinson, whom they signed off the practice squad before the Thanksgiving game in Detroit. Roster is back at 51,” Wes Hodkiewicz reported.
The #Packers release Bo Melton & James Robinson, whom they signed off the practice squad before the Thanksgiving game in Detroit. Roster is back at 51. https://t.co/r0Y6HxV8SF
— Wes Hodkiewicz (@WesHod) November 27, 2023
Corresponding moves should be revealed soon.