The Green Bay Packers made a strategic roster move on Wednesday, signing wide receiver Isaiah Neyor, a high-upside prospect with an elite combination of size and speed, while quietly placing second-year guard Travis Glover on injured reserve to clear a roster spot. This bold decision signals the Packers’ intent to bolster their receiving corps with a dynamic talent while navigating roster challenges amid injuries.
Isaiah Neyor: A Freak Athlete with Untapped Potential
Isaiah Neyor, an undrafted free agent, brings an imposing physical profile to Green Bay. Standing at 6-foot-4 1/4 and weighing 218 pounds, Neyor ran a blistering 4.40-second 40-yard dash and posted a 39-inch vertical leap at his pro day, earning a Relative Athletic Score of 9.90. Despite cramping during his 40-yard run, as he shared on Up & Adams, his athleticism is undeniable, making him a potential mismatch nightmare for defenses.
Neyor’s college career, however, has been a rollercoaster. At Wyoming in 2021, he showcased his playmaking ability, leading the Mountain West Conference with a 20.0-yard average on 44 catches for 878 yards and 12 touchdowns. His transfer to Texas was marred by adversity—a torn ACL sidelined him for all of 2022, and he was limited to just one game in 2023. Neyor bounced back at Nebraska in 2024, hauling in 34 passes for 455 yards and five touchdowns, with standout performances against UTEP, Illinois, and UCLA.
Reflecting on his time at Texas, which he compared to being in “prison,” Neyor emphasized his resilience. “My biggest thing was just staying positive, no matter what the situation was … being optimistic,” he said early last season. His perseverance paid off at Nebraska, where he regained his confidence and physicality, stating, “As far as physicality, I’m just as good if not better than what I was back then at Wyoming.”
Neyor’s journey to the NFL is remarkable given his late start in football. Before his sophomore year at Lamar High School in Arlington, Texas, he wasn’t involved in athletics. His high school coach, Laban DeLay, recalled spotting Neyor’s potential: “His hands were just mammoth and strong. We convinced him to come out for football, and he was so raw that we were teaching him everything—stance, alignment, and the game itself.” Despite his inexperience, Neyor’s raw talent shone through.
The Athletic’s Dane Brugler described Neyor as “allergic to consistency” but praised his “elite combination of height, weight, and explosive speed.” The San Francisco 49ers, who signed him as an undrafted free agent with a $25,000 signing bonus and $234,000 in guaranteed salary, saw his potential but released him earlier this week. The Packers, seizing the opportunity, added Neyor to a receiver room in need of depth after releasing Sam Brown due to an ankle injury and with Dontayvion Wicks sidelined by a calf injury.
Travis Glover to IR: A Quiet but Significant Move
To make room for Neyor, the Packers placed Travis Glover, a 2024 sixth-round pick, on injured reserve due to a shoulder injury. Glover’s status for the season remains uncertain, with a source indicating it’s too early to determine if he can return to the 53-man roster by the end of training camp. The injury caps a challenging stretch for Glover, who showed promise early in camp by filling in with the No. 1 offense when Elgton Jenkins and Aaron Banks were absent.
Glover’s rookie season included a tough moment in the playoff loss to the Eagles, where he was thrust into action after Jenkins’ injury but struggled, committing three penalties and ultimately being benched. “I just took it as a learning experience—a great learning experience,” Glover said, reflecting on the game. “Ten years later, I can look back at it and be like, I remember when I got thrown in that fire. I didn’t perform, but my next year I went out there and took it.” His placement on IR is a setback, but the Packers remain hopeful for his recovery.
What This Means for the Packers
The addition of Neyor is a low-risk, high-reward move for Green Bay. His elite athletic traits give the Packers a developmental prospect who could complement their receiving corps, which already features young talents like Christian Watson, Romeo Doubs, and Jayden Reed. If Neyor can translate his physical gifts into on-field production, he could become a steal for a team looking to stretch the field vertically.
Meanwhile, Glover’s move to IR underscores the Packers’ depth on the offensive line but also highlights the challenges of managing injuries during training camp. The team’s decision to prioritize Neyor’s addition suggests confidence in their current linemen and a willingness to take a chance on a receiver with star potential.
As the Packers prepare for the 2025 season, Neyor’s signing sends a clear message: Green Bay is willing to take bold swings to address needs, even if it means making tough roster decisions. Whether Neyor can overcome his inconsistent past and harness his elite traits remains to be seen, but for now, the Packers have unleashed a new weapon with the potential to make waves.