Packers Swap International Exemption, Sign TE Thomas Yassmin and K Lenny Krieg
It secures short-term tight end depth, creates a kicking competition, preserves roster flexibility through the International Player Pathway.
Overview
- The Packers announced Tuesday that they signed tight end Thomas Yassmin and kicker Lenny Krieg and waived edge rusher Dante Barnett and kicker Lucas Havrisik.
- Yassmin was designated as Green Bay’s international exemption, a status previously held by Barnett that creates an extra American roster spot for the team.
- The signing addresses immediate tight end needs after Tucker Kraft and Luke Musgrave were placed on the PUP list to start training camp.
- Krieg joins the competition for the kicking job against rookie Trey Smack after making a 57-yard field goal in the 2025 preseason, while Yassmin has only preseason and practice-squad experience and no regular-season games.
- The International Player Pathway lets the Packers move the exemption between eligible signings, which gives the team short-term roster flexibility and lets them evaluate international talent during camp.