Insider Reveals Packers Are 'Looking Into' Signing Ex-Chargers Starting CB

Insider Reveals Packers Are 'Looking Into' Signing Ex-Chargers Starting CB

The Green Bay Packers might not have found any cornerback trades that suited their liking before the NFL trade deadline on Tuesday, but they are already turning their attention to one of the best — and newly available — free agents.According to The Athletic’s Matt Schneidman, the Packers are “looking into the possibility” of signing former Los Angeles Chargers cornerback and top-50 pick Asante Samuel Jr. after the league’s trade deadline passed …

Old Vikings Theory Goes from Bizarre to Buzz as MIN Brings FA Corner in for a Workout

For a little while, there has been an odd Vikings theory. Asante Samuel Jr., a talented young corner, has been linked to Minnesota for several months (with SKOR North, if I’m not mistaken, being the source of the rumor). Well, the theory now has more credibility. Minnesota is going to bring the free agent to town for a workout. Jordan Schultz offers the update, writing, “Sources: The #Packers and #Vikings are also scheduled to have visits with C…

Vikings & Packers Also Hosting CB Asante Samuel Jr. For Visits

Jordan Schultz reports the Vikings and Packers are scheduled to host CB Asante Samuel Jr. for visits.  Mike Kaye also reported earlier that the Panthers are bringing in Samuel Jr. for a visit on Wednesday, making Carolina the first on his list.  Matt Schneidman wrote yesterday that Green Bay are looking into signing Samuel, but there was “nothing definitive” on a deal.  Samuel Jr. underwent neck surgery in April and now appears ready to sign wit…