Green Bay, Wisconsin — November 2025

In a move that has sent ripples through the NFL world, the Green Bay Packers have officially re-signed veteran center Josh Myers, just months after parting ways with him during the 2025 offseason. The decision comes on the heels of a devastating blow to the Packers’ offensive line — Elgton Jenkins’ ankle injury, which team doctors have described as “potentially season-ending.”

The announcement was made early Tuesday morning by head coach Matt LaFleur, who emphasized both urgency and familiarity as driving factors behind the signing. “We’re not just bringing in a name,” LaFleur said. “We’re bringing in someone who understands our system, our locker room, and what it means to play in Green Bay.”

Jenkins suffered the injury late in the second quarter of the Packers’ Week 10 loss to the Philadelphia Eagles. After collapsing awkwardly during a key third-down play, the Pro Bowl guard was carted off the field, his teammates kneeling in silence. Subsequent imaging revealed a severe high ankle sprain with ligament damage — a diagnosis that could sideline him for the remainder of the season.

The Packers’ offensive front, once considered one of the most cohesive in the NFC, suddenly finds itself scrambling for stability. Re-signing Myers, who spent four seasons with Green Bay before departing in free agency, was an immediate and logical step.

“Josh is battle-tested,” said general manager Brian Gutekunst during the press briefing. “He knows our protections, our playbook, and most importantly, our quarterback. Continuity matters, especially when you’re fighting for playoff positioning.”

Myers, 26, was drafted by the Packers in the second round of the 2021 NFL Draft and became a reliable presence in the middle of the line, starting 46 games during his first stint in Green Bay. After being released in April, he signed a short-term deal with the Las Vegas Raiders, where he appeared in five games before being released midseason.

Within hours of the Packers’ offer, Myers was reportedly on a red-eye flight back to Wisconsin. Sources close to the player described the reunion as “emotional and unexpected.”

“This place is home,” Myers told reporters upon arrival. “When Coach called, I didn’t think twice. You never want to see a teammate go down, especially someone like Elgton, but if I can help this team push forward, I’m all in.”

The Packers’ offensive identity has leaned heavily on chemistry and discipline — traits that Jenkins embodied. Losing him not only disrupts protection schemes but also removes a key leadership voice in the locker room.

Quarterback Jordan Love expressed optimism despite the setback. “We all know how important Elgton is, but we also know Josh,” Love said. “He’s been here since my rookie year. His communication, his presence — it just brings calm to the huddle.”

Offensive coordinator Adam Stenavich, who previously coached Myers during his earlier stint, believes the adjustment period will be minimal. “He’s walking into the same terminology, same reads, same cadence,” Stenavich noted. “It’s plug and play, but more importantly, it’s plug and lead.”

The signing also raises questions about Green Bay’s long-term strategy. With Jenkins facing an uncertain recovery timeline and salary cap flexibility tightening, reuniting with Myers could be both a short-term fix and a strategic audition for 2026.

Analysts across the league have praised the move as “smart football,” given Myers’ familiarity with the system and his ability to play both center and guard positions — versatility that could prove vital down the stretch.

Still, the road ahead won’t be easy. The Packers sit at 5–5, hanging in the middle of a crowded NFC playoff picture. With upcoming games against the 49ers, Bears, and Lions, offensive line depth will be tested like never before.

Former Packers lineman and current NFL Network analyst David Bakhtiari summed it up best on air:

“This is more than just a roster move — it’s a call for unity. When a brother falls, someone steps up. That’s the Green Bay way.”

Fans at Lambeau Field echoed that sentiment, flooding social media with messages welcoming Myers back. Hashtags like #BackHomeJosh and #NextManUp trended within hours of the announcement.

As the Packers prepare for a critical Week 11 matchup, one thing is clear: adversity has once again tested Green Bay’s resilience — and in true Wisconsin fashion, the response came with quiet strength and decisive action.

For Myers, the mission is personal.

“I left here thinking my story in Green Bay was finished,” he said with a smile. “But sometimes, football gives you one more chapter — and I plan to make this one count.”

Whether the reunion becomes a turning point or a temporary patch remains to be seen. But in a season defined by heart, grit, and unpredictable twists, the return of Josh Myers feels like something more — a reminder that in Green Bay, loyalty still matters.