Packers Acquire All-Pro Linebacker Zaire Franklin in Trade

The Green Bay Packers have acquired veteran linebacker Zaire Franklin from the Indianapolis Colts in exchange for defensive tackle Colby Wooden. Franklin, a 2024 second-team All-Pro, led the league with 173 tackles in 2024 and is expected to serve as the Packers' Mike linebacker and defensive signal-caller in 2026. The 29-year-old brings significant durability, having missed only one game since 2018, and has two years remaining on his current contract.