According to an ESPN reporter this afternoon, after a $98.6 million 4-year contract deal that was reported to have failed this morning between the Green Bay Packers and Atlanta Falcons for the franchise left cornerback, it was confirmed and announced 10 minutes ago by the Green Bay Packers legendary manager that the franchise has formally accepted a $92.7 million 3-year contract deal with the Baltimore Ravens, as per ESPN. It confirmed that the transaction deal, which was confirmed as failed by the Green Bay Packers manager, was officially turned down by the franchise left cornerback due to…

Green Bay Packers, Khalil Mack, Los Angeles Chargers

Sweat lacks Mack’s Hall of Fame resume, but the soon-to-be 28-year-old is a more feasible long-term option and a better fit for Green Bay’s hopefully extended window of championship contention. Last year in Philly, his 7th in the NFL, he recorded 8 sacks, second-best in his career.

Josh Sweat, Khalil Mack, Los Angeles Chargers, Green Bay Packers

Feb 9, 2025; New Orleans, LA, USA; Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes (15) is tackled by Philadelphia Eagles linebacker Josh Sweat (19) in Super Bowl LIX between the Philadelphia Eagles and the Kansas City Chiefs at Ceasars Superdome. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

Green Bay Packers, Khalil Mack, Los Angeles Chargers

By now, interested teams should be well aware that the Eagles do not mess around when it comes to retaining their stars. They have already drawn up a 2-year, 42M extension for running back Saquon Barkley. The next day they roped in Baun for 3 years and $51M.

Now that Mack is gone, Sweat takes his spot as the best pass rushing talent available. With free agency kicking off, teams like the Packers may want to escalate negotiations before it is too late.