The Green Bay Packers have agreed to terms with cornerback Benjamin St-Juste early Tuesday morning, marking their first external free agency addition after a cautious start to the NFL free agency period. This move comes shortly after the Packers traded defensive end Rashan Gary to the Dallas Cowboys and released offensive lineman Elgton Jenkins, freeing up significant salary cap space for future roster flexibility.
Details on the Agreement with Benjamin St-Juste
Benjamin St-Juste, formerly with the Los Angeles Chargers, will join Green Bay on a two-year contract worth $10 million, with potential incentives pushing the total value to $10.5 million. This deal was brokered by Kelton Crenshaw and Chris Coy of Klutch Sports. St-Juste was a third-round pick in the 2022 NFL Draft and spent the previous season rebuilding his professional standing after four difficult years with the Washington Commanders.
The #Packers are now adding on defense, agreeing to terms with former #Chargers FA CB Benjamin St-Juste, per me and @MikeGarafolo.
— Ian Rapoport, NFL Insider
It’s a 2-year, $10M deal with some upside to $10.5M done by Kelton Crenshaw and Chris Coy of @KlutchSports.
— Ian Rapoport, NFL Insider
St-Juste’s Role and Performance History
Standing 6-foot-3, St-Juste brings valuable size to the Packers’ secondary, addressing a need for larger defensive backs. In 2025, his role was largely as a backup with the Chargers, where he allowed only a 53.5% completion rate and a passer rating of 68.3 when targeted. Notably, he did not miss any tackles throughout the season.
His success in Los Angeles was attributed to being used primarily as a boundary corner, a contrast to his time in Washington where defensive coordinators utilized him in multiple roles—including the slot, which is not his strength. The Packers anticipate positioning St-Juste as a boundary corner, leveraging his size and skill set effectively.
Recent Packers Roster Moves Linked to Free Agency Activity
Earlier in the offseason, the Packers executed key roster changes to manage their salary cap. Trading Rashan Gary to Dallas and releasing Elgton Jenkins created about $30 million in cap room for 2026. Some former Packers players have since found new teams: Malik Willis has agreed to join the Miami Dolphins, Quay Walker is set to sign with the Las Vegas Raiders, and Kingsley Enagbare will be heading to the New York Jets.
Implications of the Signing for Green Bay’s Defense
Adding Benjamin St-Juste signals a strategic effort by Green Bay to bolster their defensive backfield with a player capable of matching up well on the boundary. Given their recent salary cap adjustments, this move balances financial prudence with a targeted upgrade. St-Juste’s size and performance metrics imply that he could fill a vital role in the Packers’ secondary, potentially improving pass defense consistency in the upcoming season.
This signing also reflects the Packers’ cautious approach during free agency, focusing on value contracts while building a competitive roster amid recent roster changes. As the offseason progresses, further moves may follow depending on team needs and player availability.
The #Packers are now adding on defense, agreeing to terms with former #Chargers FA CB Benjamin St-Juste, per me and @MikeGarafolo.
It’s a 2-year, $10M deal with some upside to $10.5M done by Kelton Crenshaw and Chris Coy of @KlutchSports. pic.twitter.com/qWmjoFSAwV
— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) March 10, 2026
