The Green Bay Packers have declined the fifth-year option for former Georgia Bulldogs cornerback Eric Stokes. Stokes, a first-round pick in the 2021 NFL draft, is capable of being a starting outside cornerback in the NFL.
However, injuries have disrupted the start to Stokes’ career. Stokes is missing a chance to earn approximately $12.5 million from his fifth-year option. Instead, Stokes is scheduled to be a free agent after the 2024 NFL season.
Packers Wire details Stokes’ extensive injury history.
Stokes has appeared in just 12 games since (his rookie season).