The Green Bay Packers have been highly active during this offseason, bolstering their roster with new additions while also seeing some of their own players depart.

One of the notable moves by the Packers was acquiring safety Xavier McKinney while allowing Darnell Savage to leave in free agency. Savage secured a three-year contract worth $21.75 million with the Jacksonville Jaguars following his five-year tenure with Green Bay.

As the 2024 season approaches, Savage is preparing to take on a different role with his new team. During a press conference on March 25th, Doug Pederson revealed that Savage is expected to serve as the starting nickel back for Jacksonville, though plans could evolve as the season progresses.

Update on the Packers: Darnell Savage set to play as a slot cornerback for the Jacksonville Jaguars.

Savage’s transition to the Jacksonville Jaguars marks a new beginning for the player who faced challenges as a safety in recent times. Despite a strong start to his career with the Packers, the former Maryland player has encountered difficulties in pass coverage. According to PFF, Savage hasn’t received a coverage grade exceeding 62 since 2020.

Moreover, Savage has only managed to secure three interceptions in the last three years and has consistently missed over 10 tackles annually for five consecutive seasons.

Taking these factors into account, Jacksonville sees potential in Savage’s abilities to excel in the nickel position. While Green Bay predominantly utilized Savage as a safety, his agility and instincts might enable him to thrive in the slot role.

Nevertheless, the Packers must make strategic decisions to enhance their chances of winning the Super Bowl. As per FanDuel Sportsbook, Green Bay holds the ninth-best odds at +2200 to secure the championship title in 2024.