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Packers Bring Back Former All-Pro Retired This Summer For A Workout

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Green Bay, WI — September 24, 2025 — The Green Bay Packers have turned back the clock, bringing in a familiar face for a surprising workout: offensive tackle David Bakhtiari, who officially retired earlier this summer.

Multiple reports confirmed the move on Tuesday. One post quickly gained traction among fans, noting: “The Packers hosted LT David Bakhtiari for a workout. Bakhtiari retired this summer, but seems he may have made an exception here.” The post drew hundreds of reactions within hours.

The news comes at a pivotal moment for Green Bay. With offensive line depth under scrutiny and several injuries testing Matt LaFleur’s roster, Bakhtiari’s return — even in a workout capacity — could provide a timely boost. The Packers legend, known for elite pass protection and a commanding locker-room presence, last suited up for Green Bay in 2023 before stepping away from football.

A Wisconsin sports roundup added context: “#Packers might bring back David Bakhtiari after recent workout. Vikings’ Donovan Jackson hits IR, and Russell Wilson benched in NY. Full roundup here.” Meanwhile, multiple outlets reported that while the workout rekindled interest, a deal is “not yet imminent.”

Bakhtiari’s sudden reappearance raises eyebrows. At 6’4”, 315 pounds, he had been one of the NFL’s premier blindside protectors before calling it quits this offseason. Now, with the Packers preparing for a critical Week 4 road trip to face the Minnesota Vikings at Croke Park, the timing suggests urgency.

Whether this workout leads to a contract remains unclear, but one thing is certain: Green Bay is keeping all options on the table to stabilize its offensive front.

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