The Green Bay Packers’ search for solutions in their defensive backfield has zeroed in on a critical list of available veterans, with a familiar name emerging as a potential bargain at a position of dire need. New analysis of the free agent cornerback market reveals a shifting landscape where value may be found not at the very top, but in the second tier of proven talent.

According to a detailed market valuation from Spotrac, the Packers’ recent, brief acquisition of Trevon Diggs now appears as a strategic reconnaissance mission. Diggs, released by Green Bay to avoid a $15 million cap hit, currently carries a projected market value of just $7.5 million annually. This figure stands in stark contrast to the $19.4 million average annual value of his previous contract, potentially positioning the three-time Pro Bowler as a high-upside signing at a significantly reduced cost.

“The market value is currently at seven and a half million,” the analysis stated, emphasizing the disconnect. “I’m not saying Trevon Diggs is the best cornerback… but at that price, you’re paying market value for an above-average to good corner.” The Packers’ prior move to sign and then release Diggs allowed the team’s medical and coaching staffs a crucial behind-the-scenes evaluation, a unique advantage should they pursue a reunion on a new deal.

However, Diggs is not the only name on a board filled with both premium and value options. Topping the market value list is Chicago Bears cornerback Jaylon Johnson, whose standout 2025 season has projected his worth to $16.6 million. The prospect of poaching a key defender from a division rival is tantalizing, but the cost would be steep for a player with a single elite season on his resume.

Other notable names include Tampa Bay’s Jamel Dean ($12.4M market value), Kansas City’s Jaylen Watson ($12.4M), and New Orleans’ Alontae Taylor ($11.1M). Taylor has been previously linked to the Packers via trade rumors, but his recent performance metrics, including a 108.7 passer rating allowed when targeted in 2025, may give the front office pause at that price point.

Further down the list, a former Packer has resurrected his value. Eric Stokes Jr., who played on a one-year deal with the Las Vegas Raiders in 2025, has seen his market value rise to $7.3 million after a season of solid play. “Eric Stokes made himself some money this year,” the analysis noted. While a return to Green Bay is considered a long shot due to the nature of his departure, a team-friendly deal cannot be entirely ruled out if his market cools.

The evaluation also highlighted Cleveland’s Greg Newsome II, a player often mentioned by fans due to his high draft pedigree. His market value sits at $9 million despite a previous average annual salary of only $3.1 million, suggesting a contract-year surge that could make him a risky investment.

The overarching theme from the breakdown is that no single free agent acquisition will singularly fix a secondary that struggled for consistency. The path forward likely involves a multi-pronged approach. “I don’t think any of us really believe that a free agent corner signing is going to fix the cornerback room,” the analysis concluded. “We have to hit free agency and we have to take a swing or two in the draft.”

This sentiment underscores the Packers’ challenging offseason task. With incumbent Nate Hobbs hoping to rebound after an injury-plagued first season in Green Bay, the team must decide whether to invest heavily in a top-tier name like Johnson, pursue the value and familiarity of Diggs, or spread their resources across several mid-level targets. The decision will be a defining early move for a defense seeking to complement its explosive offense.

The coming weeks will test the Packers’ valuation models and negotiation skills as the legal tampering period approaches. With the cornerback market poised for a significant reshuffle, Green Bay’s front office has done its preliminary homework. The question now is which player on this extensive list will be deemed the right fit at the right price to start the necessary repair of the Packers’ pass defense.