The Green Bay Packers have decided to retain kicker Brandon McManus, who received a $1 million signing bonus on March 13, indicating their commitment to him for the upcoming season. General manager Brian Gutekunst has expressed support for McManus, stating that competition will exist at the position, although Lucas Havrisik is the only other kicker on the roster. Releasing McManus would incur a $4.33 million dead cap charge, making it unlikely. If McManus remains on the roster for Week 1, his $2.1 million salary for 2026 becomes fully guaranteed.
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