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Is Rashan Gary Worth Keeping at $28 Million Cap Hit?
1 hour 6 minutes Posted Feb 11, 2026 at 10:00 am.
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Dive into the Packers' kicking conundrum and salary cap chaos as host Ryan Schlipp breaks down why Brandon McManus deserves another shot despite his rough season. Drawing parallels to legends like Mason Crosby and Matt Prater, we explore how patience with kickers often leads to rewards, while rushing to cut could backfire big time. Then, we tackle the team's cap situation, scrutinizing hits from Rashan Gary, Aaron Banks, Elton Jenkins, and more.

  • Defending McManus: Stats show down years are common; examples from Boswell, Myers, and others prove rebounds happen.
  • Salary Cap Breakdown: Analyzing potential cuts, restructures, and dead cap for Gary ($28M hit), Banks ($25M), and Jenkins ($24M).
  • Player Futures: Insights on extensions for Wyatt, Watson, and others amid injury concerns and prove-it seasons.

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