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The Green Bay Packers made a few key signings during the first wave of NFL free agency, including adding cornerback Benjamin St-Juste.
St-Juste signed a two-year deal worth up to $10.5 million with Green Bay after spending the 2025 campaign with the Los Angeles Chargers. The 28-year-old began his career with the Washington Commanders as a third-round pick in the 2021 NFL Draft.
Though signing St-Juste to a deal worth just above $5 million annually doesn't seem like an eye-popping move, the veteran has a chance to break out with the Packers in 2026, and here's why.
Why Benjamin St-Juste could be in for breakout 2026 season
St-Juste quietly had a nice season with the Chargers in 2025. In 263 coverage snaps, the Minnesota product allowed just a 50% completion rate on 38 targets and a 64 passer rating when targeted.
He was also able to snag an interception and knock down seven passes.
After struggling in coverage during most of his tenure with the Commanders, St-Juste took a step in the right direction this past year, and could put it all together in 2026 with the Packers.
Keisean Nixon and Carrington Valentine are slated to be Green Bay's starting boundary corners, with Javon Bullard handling duties in the slot. However, St-Juste should also be a vital piece to the secondary, as he has the versatility to play on the outside and in the slot.
Additionally, St-Juste is also a plus contributor on special teams, playing over 300 total special teams snaps spread across multiple units for the Chargers in 2025.
Overall, St-Juste isn't a splash signing, but don't be shocked if he breaks out in 2026 and establishes himself as a long-term asset for the Packers.
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