HC Matt LaFleur Cuts Packers Rookie from 53-Man Roster for Skipping Post–Final Preseason Film Session
Green Bay, WI — Just one day after the preseason finale, the Green Bay Packers announced they had waived rookie cornerback Micah Robinson from the 53-man roster for missing the team’s next-morning film session. The decision came at the most sensitive point of cutdown week and underscored the locker room’s standard at 1265 Lombardi Ave.
Head coach Matt LaFleur delivered a firm message:
“If you can’t be there for your teammates in the film room the next morning, then what you did on the field doesn’t mean much. In Green Bay, discipline comes first; if you don’t respect the process, you won’t play for the Packers.”
Internally, the post-finale film session is treated as a mandatory corrections day: the team reviews tape, position coaches grade every snap, and the coaching staff and personnel department finalize their rankings before the 53-man cut. Missing that checkpoint—whatever the reason—is viewed as a violation of preparation protocol, creating a poor impression of professionalism precisely when fringe players need every small plus (special teams, discipline, readiness).
Micah Robinson offered an explanation and took responsibility. He said a travel issue after the game caused him to arrive late and miss the meeting, even though he alerted staff at the last minute; he also expressed a desire to reopen the door, even through the practice squad:
“I grew up dreaming of wearing the green and gold, and I believe I belong on this team. Missing the film session this morning is on me—even with the travel hiccup, I should’ve been more proactive. I’ve apologized to my coaches and teammates, and I’m asking for a real chance to keep competing, even if it’s through the practice squad.”
Procedurally, Robinson now enters the 24-hour waiver period. If unclaimed, the Packers could sign him to the practice squad and evaluate week to week: special-teams contribution, a limited nickel/dime package, and readiness to elevate when injuries or the game plan demand it. However, a “missed meeting” at the final grading checkpoint is a significant demerit, meaning Robinson must win back trust with spotless habits and professional urgency on the practice field.
Cutdown day is ruthless. A small slip away from the field can wash out an entire month of August work. Still, Micah Robinson’s story isn’t closed: he has spoken up, is awaiting a final decision from the staff, and hopes to turn a mistake into a chance at redemption—even if it starts with a modest foothold on the practice squad, where discipline is repaid with trust.
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