Packers reportedly explore trade-deadline upgrades

With the NFL trade deadline approaching, speculation has linked the Packers to several possible upgrades, including receiver Josh Downs, edge rusher Josh Sweat, and players who could address needs at running back and along the offensive and defensive lines. One analysis urges Green Bay to pursue Downs to bolster a depleted receiving group, while another sees a reunion with Sweat and defensive coordinator Jonathan Gannon as a potential fit. Other reporting suggests general manager Brian Gutekunst may ultimately stand pat, citing the cost of midseason deals, limited draft capital and the team’s preference for building through the draft. The Packers’ improving record and rookie edge rusher Dani Dennis-Sutton’s production may also reduce the urgency to make a major move; no trade has been confirmed.