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Packers Sign Veteran CB to One-Year Deal to Bolster Nickel Amid Nate Hobbs Injury — per source 

Per a source familiar with the talks, the Green Bay Packers have reached a one-year agreement with CB Mike Hilton to reinforce the nickel/slot spot while Nate Hobbs works back from injury. The deal is pending a medical and will only become official if Hilton passes his physical.

Hilton profiles as a plug-and-play fit for Jeff Hafley’s defense: a veteran nickel who can blitz from the slot, trigger quickly in run fits, and disguise coverages. If he clears the physical, the initial plan is a week-to-week ramp-up, starting with a limited snap count on key downs (3rd down, red zone) while the staff calibrates usage and chemistry.

The framework under discussion is flexible and team-safe: a modest base, per-game active bonuses, and incentives tied to snap share and production (PBUs, TFLs, slot-blitz sacks). Both sides agree on a health-first principle—Hilton’s role scales only as medical checkpoints and on-field performance are met.

Mike Hilton:The Dolphins abandoned me, but Green Bay believed in my value right away and saved my NFL career. THAT’S THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN A TEAM THAT GIVES UP AND A TEAM THAT’S BUILDING CHAMPIONS. I’m grateful for that faith and ready to give everything to the Green & Gold.”

Next comes the physical. If he passes, Hilton signs and enters the limited-snap plan immediately; if he doesn’t, both parties will stay in touch and target a medical re-evaluation at a later recovery milestone. 

 

Buffalo Bills Become First NFL Team to Launch 3-Year Support Program for Released Players
Buffalo, NY – October 5, 2025 In a groundbreaking move that could reshape how the NFL cares for its athletes, the Buffalo Bills have officially launched the league’s first-ever support program dedicated to players who have been released or are no longer able to continue their football careers. The initiative, announced on Saturday, aims to provide career transition guidance, monthly financial support, and mental health counseling for young players leaving the Bills’ academy system or those cut from the main roster. The program will run for three years, giving participants a stable foundation as they begin new lives beyond football. According to team sources, the monthly allowance will cover basic living costs and educational expenses, ensuring that players can focus on retraining and personal growth instead of financial struggle. A Bills spokesperson said the decision reflects the organization’s long-term commitment to human development, not just athletic success. “Football ends for everyone at some point — but life doesn’t. This program is our promise that every player who wore a Bills uniform will never walk alone.” NFL analysts have called the Bills’ move “a model of compassion and leadership”, noting that it sets a precedent other teams will be pressured to follow. The program also includes workshops on financial literacy, entrepreneurship, and career coaching, helping former players reintegrate into society with purpose and stability. For a franchise known for its heart and community values, this initiative marks another powerful statement. The Buffalo Bills aren’t just building champions on the field — they’re shaping lives beyond it.