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Packer second Rounder Refuses To Sign Contract

Green Bay, WI – June 30, 2025

The Green Bay Packers are grappling with a contract impasse as their 2025 second-round draft pick, offensive tackle Anthony Belton, continues to refuse to sign his rookie deal, sources confirmed Monday evening. The holdout, now stretching beyond mandatory minicamp, threatens to derail the team’s preparations for the upcoming 2025 season as training camp looms.

Belton, selected 54th overall from NC State, has held firm since skipping minicamp drills from June 10-12, demanding a fully guaranteed contract mirroring those of higher picks like Houston’s Jayden Higgins (34th overall) and Cleveland’s Carson Schwesinger (33rd overall). The 6-foot-6, 354-pound lineman, who allowed just 3 sacks in 2024 at college, argues his size and potential justify the financial security. “I’m fighting for my career’s stability,” Belton told The Green Bay Press-Gazette, reflecting a growing trend among mid-round picks in the 2025 draft class seeking enhanced guarantees.

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The Packers, constrained by a $6.8 million cap space deficit due to Jordan Love’s $220 million extension, are resisting the push for full guarantees, adhering to standard rookie contract terms. GM Brian Gutekunst expressed cautious optimism, saying, “We see Anthony’s value, but we’re bound by our structure. We need a resolution soon.” Belton’s absence during minicamp allowed backups John Williams and Sean Rhyan to shine, fueling speculation that the team may have “reached” for him at 54 and raising doubts about his commitment.

Complicating matters is Belton’s back injury history, disclosed at the 2025 NFL Combine, which may have impacted his draft position. Despite this, his physical tools and college performance make him a potential asset for an offensive line aiming to protect Love. Coach Matt LaFleur stressed urgency, noting, “Anthony’s talent is clear, but this holdout can’t linger as we head into camp.”

With training camp set to begin July 23, the standoff hinges on Belton’s insistence on guarantees, a stance bolstered by recent precedents. Fans on social media are split, with some urging a compromise while others question his loyalty amid the team’s Super Bowl goals. Can the Packers secure Belton’s signature without altering their policy? Stay tuned for the latest developments.

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