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The Green Bay Packers traded for offensive lineman Darian Kinnard from the Philadelphia Eagles.

Injuries to other Packers offensive linemen created a need for depth, prompting the trade.

Kinnard's versatility to play both tackle and guard positions is a key asset for the Packers.

GREEN BAY – Darian Kinnard ’s heart dropped when he saw the text. It was 7:30 a.m. Sunday, Aug. 24, and Philadelphia Eagles general manager Howie Roseman needed to chat.

Late in camp, just days from final cuts, the fourth-year offensive lineman knew that phone call could’ve meant anything. When he connected with Roseman, Kinnard learned he was being traded to the Green Bay Packers . Life uprooted in an instant.

“My heart dropped,” Kinnard said. “I didn’t know what was going on. So I

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