Green Bay Packers Cut Clayton Tune Just Weeks Before Playoff Game
In a shocking move, the Green Bay Packers have released third-string quarterback Clayton Tune just days before their Week 18 playoff game against the Chicago Bears. The decision comes amidst an injury-ridden season for the team, with starting quarterback Jordan Love dealing with concussion issues and backup Malik Willis nursing a shoulder injury.
Tune, drafted by the Arizona Cardinals in the fifth round of the 2023 NFL Draft, took the field as the emergency backup for the Packers after Willis went down. However, his tenure was short-lived, as he threw an interception on his first attempt against the Ravens before being released from the team.
With Love set to return behind center for the playoff game, the Packers have brought in Desmond Ridder as a potential emergency backup if Willis' status changes. The decision raises questions about the Packers' depth at quarterback and their ability to navigate the playoffs with an uncertain leadoff man.
For Tune, the news marks another setback in his young NFL career, which has seen limited playing time thus far. With just 112 yards passing over three seasons, he will need to find a new home in 2026 if he hopes to revive his prospects. The Packers' decision leaves fans wondering what could have been for Tune, who showed flashes of promise as the backup quarterback before being cast aside.
In a shocking move, the Green Bay Packers have released third-string quarterback Clayton Tune just days before their Week 18 playoff game against the Chicago Bears. The decision comes amidst an injury-ridden season for the team, with starting quarterback Jordan Love dealing with concussion issues and backup Malik Willis nursing a shoulder injury.
Tune, drafted by the Arizona Cardinals in the fifth round of the 2023 NFL Draft, took the field as the emergency backup for the Packers after Willis went down. However, his tenure was short-lived, as he threw an interception on his first attempt against the Ravens before being released from the team.
With Love set to return behind center for the playoff game, the Packers have brought in Desmond Ridder as a potential emergency backup if Willis' status changes. The decision raises questions about the Packers' depth at quarterback and their ability to navigate the playoffs with an uncertain leadoff man.
For Tune, the news marks another setback in his young NFL career, which has seen limited playing time thus far. With just 112 yards passing over three seasons, he will need to find a new home in 2026 if he hopes to revive his prospects. The Packers' decision leaves fans wondering what could have been for Tune, who showed flashes of promise as the backup quarterback before being cast aside.
I'm shocked by this move from the Packers... like, what's going on with their QB situation? First, Love gets hurt, then Willis goes down too... and now they're releasing a guy who was even just given a chance to play? Clayton Tune showed promise as an emergency backup, but I guess it wasn't enough. 
What if he'd gotten more time to prove himself? Would the Packers have stuck with him this whole season? Now, he's gotta start over in 2026... that's tough for a young player trying to make his mark. 
The playoffs are just around the corner and you need guys like Tune who can step up on short notice. 
I mean, I know quarterbacks are a dime a dozen but Clayton Tune seemed like he had potential 
and why did the Packers decide to go with Desmond Ridder instead of giving Tune more time to shine? 
. I mean, Love's got concussion issues and Willis is out with a shoulder injury, and now they're cutting Tune just days before their playoff game? That's some serious risk management right there 
. And what about Ridder? Will he be able to step up and lead them to the playoffs? 
stats: 63% of QBs who've played in the playoffs have thrown a TD, while 54% have thrown an INT. Not looking good for Tune... 
Injury numbers are wild too - since 2020, there's been a 25% increase in QB injuries during the regular season 
. And what about the impact on team chemistry? It's not like you can just replace a guy with 112 yards passing over three seasons and expect him to thrive 
, he was kinda like that one friend you wanted to keep on your squad but never got the chance. 112 yards in 3 seasons is pretty meh 
. The Packers' depth at QB is super sketchy 
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. I feel bad for the guy, he showed some decent skills as a backup but to be cut from the team with an injury-ridden season going on is just harsh 
either way, its like they're setting tune up for failure if he gets cut next yr... 112 yards over 3 yrs isnt exactly a lot to build on 
need a new team to give him a shot 
. I mean, they just drop him like a hot potato with no explanation, and now his NFL career is basically on life support 
. Tune showed some potential as a backup, but now he's gotta start over elsewhere... 