5 Things to Know About Packers RB Kaleb Johnson

The Green Bay Packers recently improved their roster by trading for running back Kaleb Johnson from the Pittsburgh Steelers. To acquire the young athlete, Green Bay utilized a 2028 sixth-round draft pick previously obtained from the Miami Dolphins. Although Johnson saw limited playing time during his rookie season in Pittsburgh, he was a dominant collegiate force at the University of Iowa. The trade occurred after Johnson was surpassed on the Steelers' depth chart by former Packers draft pick Lew Nichols. At only 23 years old, Johnson provides the Packers with a physically gifted and youthful option for their backfield. This strategic move aims to bolster team depth with a player who once excelled as a top performer in the Big Ten.