Packers Add Special-Teams Ace Nick Niemann to 53-Man Roster

Date: August 27, 2025 — The Green Bay Packers have officially bolstered their linebacker unit by signing veteran LB Nick Niemann to their 53-man roster. At the same time, the team released rookie CB Micah Robinson to free up space.

Five Key Insights: Who Is Nick Niemann?

According to the Packers’ official site, here’s a breakdown of Niemann’s career credentials:

• Drafted in the sixth round (No. 185 overall) of the 2021 NFL Draft by the Los Angeles Chargers.
• Appeared in 64 games (2021–24) with three starts—tied with QB Justin Herbert for most games played in that span for the Chargers.
• Defensive stats: 51 tackles (26 solo), one tackle for loss, one QB hit, one interception, three passes defensed, and one fumble recovery.
• Special teams standout: 36 special-teams tackles, tied for 13th-most in the NFL from 2021–24. Led the Chargers in special-teams tackles in 2021 (14) and 2024 (11), and tied for lead in 2023 (eight).
• Also made postseason appearances, logging a special teams tackle in the playoffs.

Special Teams Depth: Green Bay’s Strategic Move

This signing underscores the Packers’ priority on special teams depth. Niemann is primarily valued for his excellence in that phase—he accumulated 1,298 special teams snaps versus just 363 defensive snaps during his time with the Chargers.

SI’s report emphasizes that Green Bay’s 4-3 defensive scheme mandates a deeper linebacker unit, and signing Niemann ensures they now have a fifth linebacker—a necessary adjustment given the limited number initially kept.

Financial Context: From Texans to Packers

Earlier this offseason, Niemann signed a two-year, $6 million deal including $4 million guaranteed with the Houston Texans—a seeming indicator he was roster-bound. Yet he was unexpectedly released during final cuts.

Due to contract offsets, Niemann will still collect his guaranteed money from Houston while playing on a minimum salary in Green Bay—a savvy financial move for both him and the Packers.

Roster Ripples: Cuts & Opportunities

To make room on the 53-man roster, the Packers released seventh-round CB Micah Robinson. A speedy prospect out of Tulane, Robinson had initially made the roster on merit. The team anticipates potentially re-signing him to the practice squad if he clears waivers.

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