Report: Green Bay Packers cut linebacker Chauncey Manac amid strong preseason

The Green Bay Packers have cut former Louisiana linebacker Chauncey Manac, according to Pro Football Network’s Aaron Wilson. Manac totaled one tackle and one sack during the Packers’ preseason victory over the New Orleans Saints on Friday.

Manac was picked up as an undrafted free agent back in April, signing a deal that earned him an $8,000 signing bonus at the time.

In terms of pass rushing, Manac played 13 pass rush snaps against the Saints, pressuring the quarterback three times and earning a win rate of 44 percent against the opposition, per PFF, via Paul Bretl.

In four seasons from 2018 through 2021, with the Ragin’ Cajuns, Manac totaled 165 tackles (99 solo), three passes defended to go with 19 sacks, three force fumbles and one interception. His high level of production did not go unnoticed–as he was named second team All-Sun Belt for the 2021 season.

Green Bay Packers report massive $77.7 millon profit from 2021 season

Only one team in the NFL is required to publicly report their financials at the end of every year — the Green Bay Packers. On Friday, they announced a profit of $77.7 million after having a total revenue of $579 million. 

According to President/CEO Mark Murphy, the financial success was due to the franchise being able to move on from the pandemic. Everything involving the Packers returned to normal for the 2021 season, including having fans back at Lambeau Stadium.

“That was the real story there was the return to normalcy and the return of the fans,” Murphy said. “By and large we have moved beyond any financial effects from the pandemic.”

National revenue from television deals helped as well, with every team in the NFL getting a larger cut of the pie. Green Bay was no different, especially as the team enjoyed a fantastic season on the field, winning the NFC North.

A recent round of stock sales produced nearly $65 million for Green Bay. However, those were not included in the $579 million reported. Instead, that will go to improving the stadium and making Lambeu Field the best experience it can be.