BREAKING: Packers Poised for Defensive Upgrade Chase Young Trade Proposal Brings Elite Edge at a Steal”
The Green Bay Packers are in need of a stronger pass rush, and the upcoming NFL trade deadline might be their best chance to make a move before the offseason. Defensive coordinator Jeff Hafley has notably upgraded the Packers’ defense from last year, yet the pass-rush statistics remain surprisingly low given the talent on the field. According to PFF, Rashan Gary leads the team with 20 pressures, which ranks only 56th in the NFL.
To put it in perspective, Detroit Lions standout Aidan Hutchinson—despite playing only five games before a season-ending knee injury—has nearly as many pressures (45) as the combined total of Rashan Gary, Preston Smith, Lukas Van Ness, and Kingsley Enagbare (46). This raises questions about Green Bay’s pass rush performance.
A potential trade target for the Packers? Chase Young, who has recorded 30 pressures this season—more than any defender on Green Bay’s roster. With the New Orleans Saints sitting at 2-7 after a tough loss to the Carolina Panthers, there’s speculation they may consider offloading players before the deadline. Although All-Pro cornerback Marshon Lattimore would be an ideal addition, Young might be a more realistic and cost-effective option.
Chas Young trade proposal would be a home run for Packers
Tyler Brooke from *The 33rd Team* outlined five potential trades that could benefit playoff-bound teams at the NFL trade deadline, and his proposal for the Packers is spot-on. Brooke suggests that Green Bay could send a fifth-round pick to the New Orleans Saints in exchange for Chase Young. This would be a low-cost, high-reward trade that could make a significant impact on the Packers’ season.
First off, Chase Young isn’t an elite pass-rusher, which means he likely won’t command a top draft pickespecially given his history of injuries. He’s also set to become a free agent this offseason, so the Saints risk losing him without any return. With seven losses and no realistic playoff chances, it makes sense for New Orleans to secure whatever value they can for him now.