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Packers Reach Verbal Agreement to Sign Veteran Pass-Catching TE Before Final Preseason Game, per Source

 

GREEN BAY — With tight end depth in flux heading into Saturday’s preseason finale vs. the Seahawks, the Packers have reached a verbal agreement to add veteran pass-catching tight end Gerald Everett, per a source briefed on the talks. The agreement is contingent on Everett clearing a comprehensive medical/physical — a key step given he dealt with an injury last season — and if he does not pass, the signing will not be finalized. The matchup with Seattle is set for Aug. 23 in Green Bay.

Everett, 31, became available in February when the Bears released him after one season. Across seven NFL years, he’s been used primarily as a motion/YAC tight end and seam runner—traits that translate well to Matt LaFleur’s formation-into-motion approach. Multiple trackers have listed Everett among the best available veteran TEs on the market through August.

The timing makes football sense for Green Bay. The Packers have juggled camp reps at TE with Tucker Kraft managing a groin issue earlier this month and with the club still seeking extended Musgrave-Kraft time together before Week 1. Adding a proven pass-catcher gives Jordan Love another intermediate option while the staff calibrates roles for September.

No terms were available as of publication, and the team did not immediately respond to a request for comment. If finalized, Everett would be eligible to dress for the Seahawks game—at minimum as a red-zone and third-down package piece—before Tuesday’s 53-man cutdown.

Why Everett fits: He has five seasons of 400+ receiving yards on his résumé (Rams/Seahawks/Chargers), comfort in McVay-tree concepts (motion, bunch, play-action), and a profile that complements Green Bay’s existing duo without boxing out developmental snaps.

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Ravens Fan-Favourite CB Faces Family Tragedy After Week 5 Game as Military-Trained Skydiving Instructor Dies in Nashville
Baltimore, MD – October 8, 2025Baltimore Ravens second-year cornerback Nate Wiggins is mourning a profound personal loss following the team’s Week 5 matchup, as his cousin, Justin “Spidey” Fuller — a respected military-trained skydiving instructor — died in a tragic tandem jump accident outside Nashville. Fuller, 35, was fatally injured after becoming separated from his harness mid-air during a jump organized by Go Skydive Nashville. His student survived after landing in a tree with the parachute deployed and was later rescued by firefighters. Police confirmed Fuller’s body was recovered in a wooded area off Ashland City Highway. The Nashville Fire Department called it “one of the most complex high-angle rescues in recent years,” commending personnel for their efforts. Known by the nickname “Spidey,” Fuller died after a tandem skydive went wrong on October 4, 2025, near Nashville, Tennessee. (Facebook/Justin Fuller Spidey) Beloved in the skydiving community, Spidey had completed more than 5,000 jumps and helped train U.S. service members in advanced aerial maneuvers. Friends described him as “fearless, focused and devoted to lifting others higher — in life and in the air.” Wiggins — whose mother is the younger sister of Fuller’s mother, grew up admiring his cousin’s discipline and sense of purpose. Family members say that influence helped shape his mental toughness and leadership on the field. A relative told local media, “Justin taught Nate that strength isn’t about being unbreakable — it’s about standing firm when life hits hardest. That’s exactly how Nate lives and plays today.” Wiggins, a former first-round pick from Clemson, has steadily earned the Ravens’ trust as a rotational cornerback in nickel/dime packages, praised for his speed, press technique, and ability to carry deep routes. Coaches describe him as “wise beyond his years,” calm under pressure, and disciplined at the catch point. Through the first five games of 2025, he has 12 solo tackles, 4 passes defensed, and 1 interception, reinforcing his value on the perimeter.  The Ravens organization has provided time and private support for Wiggins and his family, ensuring he can grieve without team-related obligations. Teammates have stood beside him, honoring both his resilience and his family’s tradition of service. The FAA is investigating the incident, while tributes to “Spidey” continue to pour in on social media from military colleagues, fellow skydivers, and fans across the country.“He taught others to fly — now he flies higher than all of us,” one tribute read. Wiggins kept his public comments brief, speaking softly before being embraced by teammates:“Spidey always told me not to fear the height — only the moment you forget to look down and pull someone else up with you. This week, I’m playing for him.”