Report: Packers re-sign breakout player from 2021 season
The Green Bay Packers have their eyes locked on a Super Bowl run in 2022 and now it appears the organization has locked down one of the key pieces of its defense last season.
According to a recent report from Ian Rapoport, the Packers have agreed to terms with veteran defensive back Rasul Douglas, giving him a 3-year deal. Rapoport added the deal is worth $21 million, up to $25.5 million with incentives included. This is obviously a huge move for a cornerback who clearly earned it based on his 2021 performance.
Ahead of this past season, Douglas signed a one-year, $990,000 contract with the Packers.
Over the first four years of his career split between the Eagles and Panthers, Douglas had a total of five interceptions. This past season, he enjoyed a bit of a breakout campaign for the Green Bay Packers. Douglas grabbed five interceptions this season, two of which were returned for touchdowns. He also had 57 tackles and one tackle for loss, in addition to a career-high 13 passes defended.
Earlier this week, the news broke that the Packers were making a push to keep Douglas in Green Bay.
“The Green Bay Packers are expected to retain veteran cornerback Rasul Douglas in free agency, according to league sources not authorized to speak publicly,” said Wilson. “Douglas and the Packers have mutual interest in extending their working relationship following an outstanding season, per sources.”
As Douglas enjoyed a strong season, his Packers teammates saw that success firsthand. Earlier in this past season, multiple Packers, including head coach Matt LaFleur and quarterback Aaron Rodgers, raved about Douglas.
“I love how he competes,” LaFleur said. “You see it in practice every day. He’s had two plays that have made major impacts on two wins.
“How was this guy on a practice squad,” Rodgers said. “The dude has made so many plays for us. He’s got great instincts, great ball skills.”